Den Nationale Scene, National theatre company in Bergen, Norway.
Description
Den Nationale Scene is a theatre company operating three stages within a 1909 Art Nouveau building in central Bergen. The main hall seats 450 people and presents a wide range of performances.
History
The company traces its roots to Det Norske Theater, founded in 1850 by violinist Ole Bull to develop Norwegian playwrights. Henrik Ibsen served as one of its early art directors.
Culture
The institution shapes Bergen's cultural life through a permanent ensemble staging around 20 productions yearly. Performances range from classical works to contemporary pieces, musicals, and children's theatre that serve different audiences.
Practical
The building undergoes major renovations from May 2025 to June 2026, but performances continue at alternative locations throughout Bergen during this period. Check ahead to confirm where each show takes place.
Did you know?
During World War II, the theatre resisted attempts at nazification and maintained its Norwegian identity through continuing productions. This stance made it a symbol of cultural resistance in the occupied city.
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