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The several stages of Basel's former barracks are the center of Basel's indie music scene, with local and international shows several nights a week, as well as theater and dance performances. The venue also includes the popular KaBar for drinks, lunch, and snacks.
The Stadtcasino hosts the Basel Symphony Orchestra and the Basel Chamber Orchestra. This is also the city's top address for a wide range of visiting musicians. The venue was renovated by Swiss architects Herzog & de Meuron and reopened in 2020.
Although far from Basel's center, the Musical Theater is a popular venue for touring companies, with shows ranging from musicals to circus performances.
Theater Basel hosts opera and dance performances, as well as dramas, usually in German—though visiting companies occasionally perform in English. The season runs from August to June.
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