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Bertolt Brecht; This play is a prime example of Epic Theatre and Brecht's techniques to prompt the audience to think critically rather than becoming emotionally involved.

Bertolt Brecht and Kurt Weill; Known for its influence on modern musical theatre, it satirizes bourgeois capitalism and operatic conventions.

Frank Wedekind; An early example of German Expressionism, this play shocked audiences with its frank portrayal of adolescence, sexuality, and rebellion.

Heinrich von Kleist; This play explores the duality of civilization and savagery, using the backdrop of the mythical Amazons to foreground themes of love and warfare.

Friedrich Schiller; An Sturm und Drang masterpiece, this play tackles ideas of personal freedom and the conflict between brothers, leading to a social commentary on the class struggles of its time.

August Strindberg; Although the playwright was Swedish, the play is significant in German theatre for its naturalistic style and exploration of class and gender conflict.

Friedrich Dürrenmatt; This tragicomedy delves into themes of justice, revenge, and the corrupting influence of wealth. It is a staple of post-World War II German-language theatre.

Georg Büchner; With its unflinching examination of power dynamics and the French Revolution, this play set a new standard for political drama and realism in the theatre.

Georg Büchner; Woyzeck is often considered a precursor to Expressionism and modern theatre due to its fragmented structure and exploration of social issues.