ABC Theatre, Cultural theater near Wenceslas Square, Prague, Czech Republic
ABC Theatre is a theater venue located in the basement of the U Nováků department store near Wenceslas Square in Prague. The space features a proscenium stage and holds approximately 500 spectators in its underground hall.
The venue was founded in 1929 as the Liberated Theatre and designed by architect Osvald Polívka. Over the decades, it underwent various renovations and changes in how the space was used.
The theater shows contemporary plays and reimagined versions of classics, often working with directors from across Europe. Audiences here discover both new works and fresh takes on traditional pieces.
The venue has modern facilities and is wheelchair accessible, allowing visitors with different mobility needs to use the space. It sits close to public transportation, making it easy to reach.
The underground performance space spans two basement levels within a department store, creating a surprising cultural destination inside a commercial building. This unexpected location contributes to a special feeling that differs from traditional theater buildings.
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