Tonhain, located in Berlin-Steglitz, is an exciting new venue that encompasses a state-of-the-art recording studio with a cutting-edge control room and an intimate chamber music hall. With a capacity of up to 99 people, this upcoming venue is poised to deliver exceptional audio experiences and host captivating chamber music performances.

Our goal is to establish an unparalleled haven of tranquility amidst the vibrant atmosphere of Berlin. We aspire to create a space where musicians can gather to play, practice, and rehearse. With meticulous attention to detail, we have designed an environment that offers the utmost in acoustic isolation and cutting-edge video and audio recording technology. Musicians can not only showcase their talents but also produce exceptional audio and video recordings that truly captivate. Situated in Steglitz, our new cultural venue promises an intimate experience for the audience, featuring world-class artists performing chamber music. In collaboration with the Tonhain Kollektiv, a non-profit chamber music collective, Tonhain serves as an experimental platform where musicians can explore innovative and interdisciplinary concert formats, redefining the classical music experience. Prepare to be enthralled as we push the boundaries and shape the future of classical music.

Originally built in 1911/12 by architects P. Berthold and W. Baumgarten, Tonhain began its journey as a historic cinema. Opening under the name "Thorwaldsen-Lichtspiele" on January 6, 1912, it showcased the captivating detective drama "Singare" to the people of Greater Berlin. With a seating capacity of around 200, daily screenings were a regular occurrence. Over the years, the cinema changed hands and names, becoming Kammerlichtspiele in 1925, Select-Lichtspiele in 1927, and finally Asta Tonfilmkino in 1932. Remarkably, the building survived the bombings of World War II, allowing cinema operations to resume in the post-war era. In 1950, Herbert Nickel took over as the new tenant and upgraded the cinema with state-of-the-art equipment, including an Ernemann I projector, Lorenz sound system, and slide projector. The cinema boasted three screenings per day. Ownership changed hands once again in 1953 when "Laupheimer & Co. KG" took over. Under the tenure of tenant Annemarie Preil in 1957/58, the introduction of wide-screen technology took place, utilizing a "Bauer B 5" to showcase CinemaScope single-channel optical sound in a 1:2.35 format. The cinema hosted 15 screenings per week, providing an immersive cinematic experience. In 1959, Heinz Trautermann became the proud owner of Asta-Lichtspiele, maintaining a schedule of 15 screenings across three to four days. However, the closure of Asta was imminent, and soon the former cinema hall found a new purpose as a place of worship.