Folketeatret, Municipal theatre in Nørregade, Copenhagen, Denmark.
Folketeatret is a theatre in central Copenhagen that houses three separate performance spaces under one roof. One of these spaces is set aside exclusively for children's shows, while the other two host adult productions of different scales.
The building was erected in 1822 as a brewery and later converted into a circus venue in 1845. In 1857, Hans Wilhelm Lange turned it into a theatre, giving the place the identity it has kept ever since.
Folketeatret mixes classic Danish plays with newer productions, drawing audiences of different generations throughout the year. The name itself means "the people's theatre," which reflects the idea that the stage should be open to everyone.
All three spaces offer accessible seating for visitors with mobility needs, so the building is easy to use for most people. Groups and private events can be arranged in advance by reaching out to the venue directly.
Before becoming a theatre, the building housed a circus, and the curved shape of the main hall still reflects that earlier use. The children's stage welcomes audiences from the age of three, making it one of the few venues in Denmark to invite such young visitors.
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