Beursschouwburg, Multidisciplinary arts centre in Pentagon, Brussels, Belgium.
Beursschouwburg is a multidisciplinary arts centre in central Brussels, housed in a building from 1885 that was remodelled in 1946 with an Italian-style theatre. Its white stone facade has a projecting glass canopy, and above the entrance dark glass doors carry gold circular logos with a lowercase "b". The upper storeys have tall rectangular windows between fluted pilasters and a stone balustrade.
Built in 1885 by owner Walckiers as the Brasserie flamande, a shop, café and function hall. In 1922 the main hall was enlarged and the neighbouring building on the right was bought and joined to it; in 1946 both were rebuilt with an Italian-style theatre. Actor Darman created the Théâtre de la Bourse there, and in February 1965 it became the Beursschouwburg, open to Flemish amateur drama companies.
The venue showcases work by both new and established artists, offering space for experimental ideas across different artistic fields. Visitors encounter a mix of theater, film, visual art, and music all under one roof.
The venue is centrally located and easily accessible from central Brussels with good public transport connections. Visitors should check the official website for current information on events and ticket availability.
The building began in 1885 as the Brasserie flamande, a shop, café and function hall. In 1922 the main hall was enlarged and the neighbouring building on the right was bought and joined to it; a total rebuild in 1946 created the Italian-style theatre. The popular actor Darman founded the Théâtre de la Bourse here for vaudevilles, and it did not long survive his death in 1959.
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