Carré Theatre, Theater on Amstel in Amsterdam, Netherlands
The Royal Theatre Carré features a Neo-Renaissance design with a horseshoe-shaped auditorium that accommodates 1,700 spectators along the Amstel River.
German circus director Oscar Carré established this permanent entertainment venue in 1887, initially for winter circus performances on 1,450 wooden foundation piles.
The venue presents an annual program of musicals, cabaret shows, opera performances, classical concerts, and the traditional World Christmas Circus each December.
Visitors can reach the theater at Amstel 115 using tram lines 1, 7, and 19 or metro lines 51, 53, and 54, with parking available at Q-Park Weesperplein.
The municipality of Amsterdam purchased the building in 1977, and ten years later the theater received the Royal designation on its centennial celebration.
Location: Amsterdam
Inception: 1887
Architects: Jan van Rossem
Official opening: December 2, 1887
Capacity: 1752
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Address: Amstel 115-125, 1018 EM Amsterdam 1018EM Amsterdam
Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 14:00-17:00
Phone: +31205249453
Website: http://theatercarre.nl
GPS coordinates: 52.36233,4.90393
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:39
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