Carnival of the Animals at Berlin Zoo
Melodious clownery for families with Duo Klavieriki at Berlin Zoo
About Carnival of the Animals Tierpark
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Melodious Clownery Around the Most Famous Animal Composition
Camille Saint-Saëns wrote "Le Carnaval des Animaux" in 1886 as a humorous suite about 14 animal groups — lions, swans, elephants, aquarium, kangaroos, birds. The work is now considered one of the most popular classical family compositions ever. The Berlin-based Duo Klavieriki (Olga Shkrygunova and Anne von Twardowski, both trained pianists) has developed its own musical-clownish performance based on it, which they present throughout Germany.
What Happens on Stage
The performance combines classical piano music with theatrical elements — the pianists interact with the audience, wear animal masks, blow soap bubbles (for the "Aquarium"), use other instruments, and guide the children through the animal world of the composition. Duration: 30 minutes per performance. Language: German, but thanks to the strong musical and visual elements, it is also accessible to non-German-speaking children.
Patagona Restaurant as a Stage
The Patagona Restaurant at Tierpark Berlin is located in the Patagonia area of the zoo — a modern themed world with Chilean plants, waterfowl, and several animal enclosures. The restaurant has a stage area that is regularly used for events. Ideal for a family performance: no minimum order, children can move freely, and afterwards, you can continue exploring the park.
Friedrichsfelde and the Tierpark
Tierpark Berlin in Friedrichsfelde (Lichtenberg district) is one of the largest zoos in Europe with 160 hectares — significantly larger than the western Zoo at Bahnhof Zoo. Opened in 1955 as the East's response to the western zoo, it is now an integral part of life in the eastern part of the city. Those who visit the Carnival of the Animals typically combine the concert visit with a full day at the zoo.
Carnival of the Animals Tierpark — edition 2026
On Whit Monday, May 25, 2026, Duo Klavieriki will perform at the Tierpark Berlin's Patagona Restaurant with three shows of their musical theatre program "Carnival of the Animals".
Three slots: 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, each lasting 30 minutes. Admission is included in the regular Tierpark ticket — advance online booking is recommended on tierpark-berlin.de, as seats in the Patagona Restaurant are limited.
Programme Carnival of the Animals Tierpark 2026
Performances
- 11:00 AM — Performance 1
- 1:00 PM — Performance 2
- 3:00 PM — Performance 3
Performers
- Duo Klavieriki — Olga Shkrygunova and Anne von Twardowski, both pianists with classical university training
- Concept: Saint-Saëns' "Le Carnaval des Animaux" as a musical-clownish family performance with interaction, animal masks, percussion instruments, and aquarium effect with soap bubbles
What You'll Experience
- Classical piano music from Saint-Saëns' suite — lion, turtles, elephants, kangaroos, aquarium, birds
- Clownish elements and interactive moments for children
- Animal masks and visual effects
- Duration: 30 minutes per performance
- Suitable for ages 3 and up
Where
Patagona Restaurant at Tierpark Berlin, in the Patagonia themed area. Accessible from the main entrance Am Tierpark 125 after a 10–15 minute walk through the park.
Highlights Carnival of the Animals Tierpark 2026
Prices Carnival of the Animals Tierpark 2026
Performance included in the regular Tierpark admission: Adults €23.50, Children aged 4–15 €12, Family/Annual passes reduced. Advance online booking recommended.
Practical information — Carnival of the Animals Tierpark
Getting There
U5 to Tierpark (5 min walk to the main entrance, then 15 min walk to the Patagona Restaurant). Tram 27/37, Bus 296. By car: Parking lot P1 at the main entrance, Am Tierpark 125.
Admission and Tickets
The performance is included in the regular Tierpark admission fee — no extra ticket needed. However, online advance booking is recommended, as seats are limited. Day ticket Tierpark approx. €23.50 adults, €12 children (4–15 years).
On Site
Family event, ideal for ages 3 and up. Seating is available in the restaurant area during the performance. Before and after the show, you can visit the Tierpark.
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Where it takes place Carnival of the Animals Tierpark
Patagona Restaurant im Tierpark Berlin
Am Tierpark 125, 10319 Berlin