The origin of the Raimund Theater goes back to 1890 when a group of Viennese men created a ‘popular theater club’ to cater to a wider audience. The theater was designed by the architect Franz Roth. Adam Muller Guttenbrunn was the first director, writer, and critic of this newly established theater and aimed to stage only classical folk plays.

Around the turn of the century, spoken theater struggled to bring in enough audience, which is when the Operetta moved to the Raimund Theater. Robert Stolz, a famous composer of those times was popular in the theater scene. His Premier of the Glucksmadel was performed in 1910. His The House of the Three Girls was based on themes by Franz Schubert and had been performed over 1200 times in the Raimund Theater.

It was not until 1976 that the Raimund Theater started adding musicals to their repertoire. A Chorus Line was the first Broadway musical to be staged there from 1987 to 1988. The famous musical Elisabeth celebrated its premiere on 5th September 2012 on its 20th anniversary and was on the program until 2014.

The Raimund Theater is an impressive example of Neo-Baroque architecture, characterized by an ornate facade and decorative elements. Ferdinand Feller and Hermann Helmer, influential in the 19th and 20th centuries were responsible for this theater’s construction.

The grand facade at the entrance creates a sense of opulence and sets the stage for the musicals and orchestras within. The auditorium is adorned with intricate moldings, decorative motifs, and plush furnishings. Like many theaters of its time, the Raimund Theater includes balconies and boxes that provide tiered seating for spectators. The theater's ceiling often features decorative elements such as frescoes, paintings, or intricate moldings.

The architects, Fellner and Helmer, were known for their ability to create buildings that harmonized with their surroundings. The Neo-baroque style of the Raimund Theater reflects the broader architectural trends of its time, emphasizing a return to ornamental and decorative elements inspired by historical forms.

The Raimund Theater in Vienna has hosted a variety of popular productions, ranging from classic operettas to contemporary musicals, namely Elisabeth, Mozart!, I Am From Austria!, REBECCA, The Phantom of the Opera, and more.

One of the most iconic and successful productions at the Raimund Theater was the musical Elisabeth, which tells the story of Empress Elisabeth of Austria. As the name suggests, Mozart! explores the life and music of the famous composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The REBECCA is a musical thriller, where you can follow the dark and mysterious world of the de Winters and explore the hidden secrets of the Manderley estate.

Given the theater's historical focus on operettas, numerous classic operettas by composers such as Johann Strauss II and Franz Lehar have been performed at the Raimund Theater over the years. These productions contribute to the preservation of the operetta tradition in Vienna.

• REBECCA Show duration: The play is around 2 hours and 40 minutes long. 
  
• REBECCA Show timings: The Raimund Theater hosts the REBECCA musical at different slots throughout the day. Make sure to check your ticket details before confirming your payment, as these tickets cannot be canceled but they can be rescheduled up to 72 hours before the experience begins. 

Age rating: The REBECCA musical is most suitable for guests aged above 10.

Box office timings:

• Monday to Sunday: 2 PM to 6 PM
  
• Public holidays on performance days: 2 PM to 6 PM
  
• Evening box office: 1.5 hours before the start of a performance

Entry hours: The Raimund Theater opens 45 minutes before the start of a performance. Make sure to reach at least 30 minutes before to settle in comfortably in the auditorium.

Late entry: If you reach the Raimund Theater late for the play, you have to wait at least 20 minutes to enter the hall. Make sure to reach on time and be mindful of other spectators.