Lorensbergsteatern

Lorensbergsteatern is a theater building in Gothenburg that displays distinctive architectural features reflecting early 20th-century Swedish design. The complex houses both a traditional theater and cinema while retaining its original structural and decorative elements throughout the space.

Architect Karl M. Bengtson designed the building in 1916 as a new cultural venue for the city. Over the decades it became an established part of Gothenburg's entertainment scene and has continued serving audiences since its opening.

The venue has long served as a gathering place where people from the city came together to spend time enjoying performances. The way it was designed and maintained reflects how much the community valued having a dedicated space for entertainment and social connection.

The venue is located in the Göteborgs Vasa neighborhood with convenient public transportation access nearby. The building is wheelchair-accessible throughout and maintains a regular schedule of performances and screenings.

The building was originally conceived with cinema functions in mind but rapidly adapted to serve theater performances as well. This dual purpose is evident in how the spaces are arranged and the equipment installed throughout.

Location: Gothenburg Municipality

Location: Göteborgs Vasa

Inception: 1916

Architects: Karl M. Bengtson

Official opening: October 27, 1916

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

GPS coordinates: 57.69817,11.98006

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:44