New nightclub

Graz’s Thalia is awakened from its slumber

With Martin Fritz (Mausefalle), Simon Possegger (left) and Alex Knoll (right) are the new Thalia.(Bild: Christian Jauschowetz)

Good news for Graz's nightlife! What the city was missing is now coming to the Thalia: a casual nightclub, also for more mature guests.

The Thalia was the first cinema in Graz, an operetta house and bar in between - even superstar Falco danced the night away at the cult venue's infamous "turntable" in the 90s. But it has been quiet for some time now. But that will soon be over!

The building is being renovated in line with the preservation order.(Bild: Christian Jauschowetz)

Three real professionals are breathing new life into the venerable building. With "Circle Thalia", a club will open there that specializes in the 25+ clientele. "We lacked that in Graz," say the operators, who are true professionals.

Opening planned for November
Simon Possegger (Cafe Promenade, Pink Elephant) and Alex Knoll (Amouro, Landhauskeller) will launch the Graz institution together with Martin Fritz (Mausefalle) on November 8. And offer a "complete entertainment package". With a lounge, dance floor, disco beats, house, 80s vibe, glitter box and a hidden corner that can only be accessed via a code.

Renovation work is underway.(Bild: Christian Jauschowetz)

As for the international flair: the interior of the walls is currently undergoing a major overhaul, naturally in strict compliance with the preservation order - with plans drawn up by architects who have already created trendy clubs in New York, for example. The magnificent chandeliers from the 1950s have already been restored and polished to a high gloss and hung up, but the casual trio of operators are concentrating on a minimalist style with just one color running through it like a thread: flamingo red. This is because there used to be an enclosure here with these magnificent birds.

But residents don't have to go on the barricades either. "We are soundproof," emphasize Simon Possegger and Alex Knoll. The grand opening will take place on November 8.