Théâtre Jean Vilar

Théâtre Jean Vilar is a brutalist theater building in Louvain-la-Neuve featuring raw concrete and brick exterior walls. Inside, a performance hall with 654 seats accommodates theatrical productions and dance performances.

The theater was founded by Armand Delcampe in 1968 and relocated to this building designed by architect Jean Potvin in January 1979. It has since become a significant cultural venue in the city.

The theater hosts Belgian and international productions featuring contemporary theater, dance, circus performances, and classical works. The programming rotates regularly between different artistic genres and performance styles.

The building is conveniently located in the city center and accessible by public transportation. Visitors should check the current programming ahead of time to plan which performances to attend.

The exterior walls feature murals created during the Kosmopolite Art Tour international street art festival. These artworks give the otherwise stark facade a lively and colorful character.

Location: Louvain-la-Neuve

Official opening: 1979

Architectural style: brutalist architecture

Website: https://levilar.be

GPS coordinates: 50.66850,4.61360

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:32