City theatre of Biel, Municipal theatre in Old Town of Bienne, Switzerland
The City Theatre of Biel stands within the medieval streets of the Old Town, featuring a stone facade and traditional architectural elements.
The theatre traces its beginnings to 1591, with the current structure undergoing substantial modifications between 1858 and 1860 under architect Alexander Köhli-Bratschi.
The venue maintains an active performance schedule in both German and French, reflecting the bilingual character of Bienne and its artistic community.
Located at Burggasse 19, the theatre offers regular programming throughout the year and maintains connections with public transportation networks.
The building started as an arsenal before its transformation into a cultural institution, earning recognition as a class B Swiss cultural property.
Location: Bienne
Inception: 1591
Part of: list of cultural properties in Bienne (old town)
GPS coordinates: 47.14099,7.24526
Latest update: March 11, 2025 18:08
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