Overview
- The Kino International, a landmark of post-war modernist architecture, has been closed since May 2024 for extensive renovations.
- Guided tours of the construction site are scheduled for May 10, 2025, as part of the Day of Urban Development Promotion, offering the public a glimpse into the renovation process.
- Participants in the tours must register in advance and wear sturdy footwear due to ongoing construction work.
- The renovation project, which includes updates to electrical, ventilation, and sound systems, is progressing on schedule and within budget.
- The cinema, once the premiere venue of East Germany, is expected to reopen in mid-2026, preserving its cultural and architectural significance.