The Ruhr region breathes culture on every stage and in every gallery. The former working-class region is now a hotspot for art, theater and music. In addition to impressive museums in former industrial halls, the region also boasts established world-class cultural institutions. The Museum Folkwang in Essen attracts visitors with masterpieces of modernism, the Bochum Art Museum combines international contemporary art with regional history, and the Dortmunder U is a fascinating center for art and creativity. Moving productions and musical masterpieces unfold on the stages of the Bochum Schauspielhaus, the Dortmund Opera or the Essen Philharmonic Hall. Whether great classics or avant-garde experiments - culture is lived here. We'll show you where you can experience it most impressively!