Reykjavík City Theatre

Reykjavík City Theatre is a performing arts venue in Iceland's capital featuring four separate stages within a single building. The main hall seats around 547 people, while smaller theaters allow for different types of productions to happen simultaneously.

The company moved to its current location in 1989 after spending 90 years performing in a wooden building downtown. This relocation marked a turning point, allowing for expanded programming and improved facilities.

The theater serves as a gathering place where locals and visitors encounter stories told by Icelandic artists alongside international performers. The stage hosts works that reflect both regional traditions and global artistic perspectives.

The building is located on Listabraut 3 and sits in an easy-to-access area; performances typically run from September through June. Checking the schedule ahead of time online or stopping by in person helps you find the right show for your visit.

The venue employs roughly 200 staff members across 20 different job categories who handle all production work internally. Everything from costume design to lighting and educational programming is created and managed in-house.

Location: Reykjavík

Inception: 1989

Capacity: 1240

GPS coordinates: 64.12883,-21.89617

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:40