Magyar Theatre, State theatre in District VII, Budapest, Hungary
The Magyar Theatre is a performance venue in District VII of Budapest, with a main auditorium that has several tiers and side boxes. The entrance hall opens into a foyer with period details and staircases leading to the upper levels.
The stage opened in the early 19th century as one of the first Hungarian-language playhouses in Pest. The venue became a state institution in the mid-1800s and underwent several renovations during the 20th century.
The venue takes its name from the Hungarian language, in which performances are traditionally staged. Many local actors begin their careers on this stage and return later for special productions.
Performances take place in the evening, usually from Thursday to Tuesday, with occasional matinees on weekends. Visitors should note that most productions are presented in Hungarian, sometimes with subtitles for international guests.
The building served as the home of another national stage for over three decades after its original seat was rebuilt. During this time, the spaces were adapted to accommodate a larger company before returning to host its own troupe.
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