Berliner Ensemble Honors Helene Weigel with Courtyard Renaming

The theater marks the 125th anniversary of its co-founder and former director with a year-long celebration of her legacy.

The Berliner Ensemble has renamed its courtyard 'Helene-Weigel-Hof' to honor the actress and former theater director Helene Weigel on her 125th birthday anniversary.
This renaming complements the theater's existing forecourt, which is named after Bertolt Brecht, Weigel's husband and co-founder of the Berliner Ensemble.
Weigel, known for her iconic role in 'Mother Courage,' served as the theater's director from 1954 until her death in 1971, preserving Brecht's legacy after his passing.
The renaming event launched the 'Helene-Weigel-Jahr,' a series of upcoming events aimed at highlighting her contributions to the theater and the arts.
Current director Oliver Reese emphasized Weigel's pivotal role in shaping the Berliner Ensemble and her lasting impact on the theater world.