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Kreuzschule

Wagner attended the Kreuzschule in Dresden during formative school and theatre years.

Kreuzschule on Dornblüthstraße in Dresden.

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01 / Why this place matters

Beginnings

Wagner’s Dresden school years belong to his earliest sustained encounter with literature, music and theatre. The Kreuzschule anchors the educational phase that preceded his later Leipzig training and practical theatre career.

02 / Plan the visit

Dresden

Always verify opening hours, tickets and accessibility directly with the operator.

Practical note

The historic location may not survive as an accessible building. Look for plaques and public routes on site.
Relevant years
1822 bis 1827
Type
Education
Story
Beginnings
Status
Historical location
Address
Dornblüthstraße 4, 01277 Dresden

04 / Sources and further reading

Read further, then travel.

  1. 01Richard-Wagner-Stätten GraupaOpen source

05 / More places nearby or within this story

The route continues.

LeipzigSite of Wagner's birthplace1813LeipzigAlte Nikolaischule1828 bis 1830LeipzigRichard Wagner Monument2013