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Potsdamer Platz, Potsdamer Platz, )
The antithesis of popcorn culture, this artsy twin-screen cinema features a bold global flick
schedule that hopscotches from Japanese satire to Brazilian comedy and German road
movies. Many films have English subtitles.
THEATRE
BLUE MAN GROUP
0180 54444;
www.bluemangroup.de
;
Marlene-Dietrich-Platz 4; tickets from
€70; Potsdamer Platz)
This musical and visual extravaganza, starring slightly nutty and energetic guys dipped in
Smurf-blue latex suits, performs at its own permanent theatre, a converted IMAX now
called Bluemax. Shows are suitable for non-German speakers.
MUSICALS
THEATER AM POTSDAMER PLATZ
ticket price varies; Potsdamer Platz, Potsdamer Platz)
Big-name musicals (in German) are showcased at this up-in-lights location designed by
Renzo Piano. Beyond the glass front, there's a grand foyer, seating for 1800 and a sense of
occasion. During the Berlinale film festival, the red carpet is rolled out for movie premieres
and the awards presentation.
CASINO
SPIELBANK BERLIN
030-255 990;
www.spielbank-berlin.de
;
Marlene-Dietrich-Platz 1; admission
€2.50;
slots 11am-5am, tables 3pm-3am, poker from 5.45pm Mon-Fri, 3.45pm Sat & Sun;
Pots-
damer Platz, Potsdamer Platz)
Vegas it ain't, but there are still plenty of opportunities to challenge Lady Luck over a game
of poker, roulette or black jack at this casino. Slot machines in the basement, poker on the
ground floor, and roulette, black jack and poker upstairs. Bring ID; no entry under 18.
