It is one of the most well-known theatres specializing in traditional Bavarian folk plays and has been a staple of regional entertainment for decades.
[1][2] The Chiemgauer Volkstheater was founded in 1929 and has since played a significant role in preserving and promoting Bavarian culture and dialect theater.
The theatre became widely known for its televised stage productions, which have been broadcast on Bayerischer Rundfunk (BR) since the 1980s.
Throughout its history, the theatre has performed numerous comedic and dramatic plays, often incorporating Bavarian traditions and humor.
Over the years, many well-known actors have performed with the Chiemgauer Volkstheater, including: The theatre gained nationwide recognition through its television productions, which brought Bavarian folk theatre into homes across Germany.