About us - Lieschen Mueller Cirque du Burlesque Bar, Adventure Restaurant & Show Club at Alexanderplatz
Our World of Burlesque & Show Entertainment
Lieschen Mueller is Berlin’s crazy circus and burlesque bar directly under the TV tower – a restaurant, café and show club all in one. An international burlesque and entertainment hotspot: a mix of bar, event location and show club where the “Cirque du Burlesque” world feels at home. Hundreds of cocktails, elaborate costumes, live acts and a legendary audience come together here and transform every evening into a glittering, fully booked show night.
Between glitter, red curtains, circus details and a view of Alexanderplatz, a parallel world opens up every evening that is reminiscent of the wild 1920s: loud, cheeky, a little wicked – and guaranteed never to be boring.
During the day, Lieschen Mueller invites you to enjoy breakfast, coffee, cake and Berlin cuisine, while in the evening the location is transformed into a dazzling stage for the Cirque du Burlesque show – with dinner, cocktails and live entertainment in the heart of City East.
Cirque du Burlesque - International Shows at the Television Tower
The focus is on the Cirque du Burlesque shows with artists from Las Vegas, Canada, Rome, Madrid, Australia, the USA, England, Brazil and many other countries. Nikkie Lulaby, a classically trained event manager from the very beginning, is responsible for booking and managing this international ensemble. He creates coherent show evenings from casting, costumes, dramaturgy and schedule, from the first spotlight to the last applause.
Every weekend, the Cirque du Burlesque transforms the Lieschen Mueller into a sensual burlesque theater. International burlesque artists, aerial artistry, circus acts, comedy and live music merge into a show program lasting several hours that is as breathtaking as Berlin itself.
Always fully booked - our show evenings
The Cirque du Burlesque shows are among the most sought-after burlesque experiences in Berlin: tickets are in high demand and advance booking is highly recommended.
Showbooking, Events & Creative Direction
Behind the scenes, a well-coordinated team ensures that the atmosphere, cast and program are just right.
Costumes, dramaturgy & creative details
Cirque du Burlesque is not just about acts, but also about a well thought-out overall concept: costumes, lighting, music, moderation and transitions are planned in such a way that the evening works like a common thread. The result is a show that is not just a series of individual acts, but a sensual theatrical experience with many small details that are discovered bit by bit.
Nikkie Lulaby - Event Manager & Head of Show booking
Nikkie Lulaby is responsible for booking and supervising the international Cirque du Burlesque show.
As a classically trained event manager and part of the project from the very beginning, he knows every facet of Lieschen Mueller – from the first casting rounds to the final applause in a sold-out show.
He is responsible for show booking, planning the processes and looking after the artists on site. At the same time, he brings his creative side to the table, designing costumes and developing show elements that surprise the audience and remain in their memories.
Torsten Karlsch - Concept & Brand
Behind Lieschen Mueller is the conceptual work of Torsten Karlsch, brand creator and experience designer, who brings international show worlds to Berlin with Peppermint.
He develops concepts in which interior and lighting design, live entertainment and gastronomy are interlinked in such a way that artists from Las Vegas, Canada, Rome, Madrid, Australia, the USA, England, Brazil and many other countries find a common stage.
His claim: a place where the Berlin scene, international burlesque stars and guests from all over the world meet on an equal footing – glamorous, but warm and never aloof.
Bar, Cocktails & International Clientele
Lieschen Mueller is also a bar for friends of sophisticated drinking culture: the glittering circus bar offers over 150 cocktail and gin creations, as well as champagne, wine and selected spirits.
This is where Berliners and guests from all over the world meet before and after the curtain falls on the show – a place to arrive, be amazed and continue the party.
Hundreds of cocktails & signature drinks
The bar menu includes classics as well as its own signature drinks that perfectly match the burlesque atmosphere: sensual, playful, photogenic and served with great attention to detail. Whether before dinner, during a break in the show or at the end – the bar is a central part of the experience and ensures that no glass stays empty for long.
Bar manager Melissa Krohn - young power behind the bar
At Lieschen Müller, bar manager Melissa Krohn, one of Berlin’s youngest female bar managers, creates an international bar feeling in the heart of the capital.
Her dynamism, her speed and her sure instinct for guests make the nights at Lieschen Mueller so special – this is where international glamor shows meet a bar manager who is completely absorbed in this whirlwind of light, music and applause.
Berlin Cuisine & Show Dinner
In addition to the bar, the kitchen also plays an important role in the Cirque du Burlesque experience.
Here, German and Berlin dishes are designed to match the show, the schedule and the international audience.
Teresa Bott - Event and show kitchen for international guests
Head chef Teresa Bott has experience in fine dining, variety theaters and event catering.
At Lieschen Müller, Teresa Bott is responsible for a kitchen that is designed like the house itself: as an event and show kitchen for an international audience.
She translates German favorites into creative, service-oriented concepts that go well with fully booked burlesque shows, international guests and long evenings at the bar.
Whether sharing plates for groups, show menus that can be served quickly or snacks for late-night drinks – her kitchen is planned to reconcile high quality, great processes and the special moment on stage.
Lieschen Mueller as an event location
The Lieschen Mueller is not only a show club, but also a special event location in Berlin-Mitte.
Corporate events, group evenings, exclusive rentals or special private parties can be combined with a burlesque show, dinner and drinks – in the middle of Alexanderplatz, directly under the TV tower
Company parties, groups & exclusive evenings
Whether team event, customer event, Christmas party or anniversary – the Lieschen Mueller offers packages for groups with show, menu and drinks.lieschen-mueller+1
On request, areas or entire evenings can be individually designed, including branding elements, own program items or special surprises on stage
A Must-See in Berlin!
Cirque du Burlesque Berlin
New Burlesque And Moderne Circus
Cirque du Burlesque at Lieschen Mueller im Parterre is a show as breathtaking as Berlin itself: cool, sexy, a little bit naughty, cheeky, loud, funny… and guaranteed never boring!
Let yourself be captivated by the art of entertainment theater, the charm of the wild 1920s, live music, and sparkling surprises. A show sensation right in the heart of East Berlin, directly beneath the TV Tower at Alexanderplatz!
FAQ - Frequently asked questions about Lieschen Mueller & Cirque du Burlesque
When do the Cirque du Burlesque shows take place?
The Cirque du Burlesque shows take place at weekends in the evening – with a program lasting several hours directly at Alexanderplatz.
Are the shows often fully booked?
Yes, the shows are very popular and often sold out. We recommend booking tickets online in good time and reserving a table.
What languages are the shows in?
The shows are designed to work even without a perfect knowledge of German – with lots of music, artistry, non-verbal comedy and international flair, ideal for Berliners and tourists.
Can you also eat at Lieschen Mueller?
Yes, there is Berlin cuisine and the menu includes dishes to match the show.
Is the Lieschen Mueller suitable for JGAs, birthdays and corporate events?
Absolut – Cirque du Burlesque is a popular experience for stag parties, birthdays, girls’ evenings and corporate events. Suitable experience packages are offered in the online store
