So hot in Berlin, the theatre adds a paddling pool Newsnorman lebrecht August 09, 2026The Volksbühne intendant Matthias Lilienthal has spent €300,000 on installing a hip-deep, 25-metre pool in front of his theatre. It’s supposed to be a protest against spending cuts and generally failing infrastructure. Sadly, there are no politicians in town this month,Some museums have got even cooler. They are offering nude tours. Berlin bleibt Berlin.