Theatres in Brussels
Brussels has a very traditional industry when it comes to theatre. One of the most popular theatres - the Royale Theatre Toone, is tucked away in a building dating back to the 17th Century. It lies near the Grand Place and has three main purposes: it is home to a theatre, a pub and an often overlooked museum. Classic plays like 'King Lear' and 'Faust' are performed by puppets, which are controlled by seven experienced puppeteers. The performances are given in French, Flemish and on occasion in English. It is famous for its puppet performances performed by locals and small children. Another popular theatre, which stages more contemporary performances, is the Theatre le Public. This theatre is situated in the centre of the town hall, and has staged a wide variety of performance from 'Cats' to traditional shows like the 'Garde à vue'. Other notable theatres in the city include La Monnaie, the Royal Flemish Theatre and the Studio Theatre.
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Cirque Royal / Koninklijk Circus
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Address: Rue de l’Enseignement 81
Phone: +32 2 219 51 49
e-mail: info@koninklijk-circus.org
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Website: http://www.koninklijk-circus.org/
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The Royal Circus of Brussels is located in the Botanic Gardens. It has modern equipment and a big arena which ensure a unique ambiance of concerts, circus performances and other events. The circus often hosts operettas and theatre performances, very impressive when presented on the circus' huge arena.
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Kaaitheater
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Address: Place Sainctelette 20
Phone: +32 2 201 59 59
e-mail: info@kaaitheater.be
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Price: 13 - 0 EUR
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Website: http://www.kaaitheater.be/
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Kaaitheater was established in 1977. It started as an art festival held every two years. In the 80s, Kaaitheater became more than an artistic tradition. It expanded its programme and began to perform all year round in the two buildings it acquired and grew in influence as the art centre of Brussels. The programme of the theatre today focuses predominantly on modern works, including theatre plays, music and dance. Bigger production are held in its main building and other events take place in the smaller one - the Studios, a charmingly refurbished former brewery. Both are located very close to each other and just a few steps from the centre of the city.
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KVS - Koninklijke Vlaamse Schouwburg
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Address: Quai aux Pierres de Taille 7
Phone: +32 2 210 1112
e-mail: tickets@kvs.be
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Price: 8 - 15 EUR
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Website: http://www.kvs.be/
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The Flemish traditions and modern art innovations are best represented in the KVS – the Royal Flemish Theatre. Housed in a beautiful Neo-Baroque building, the theatre keeps the best traditions of the Flemish theatrical arts.
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Theatre Royal de la Monnaie
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Address: Place de la Monnaie
Phone: +32 2 702 339 39
e-mail: amis@lamonnaie.be
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Price: 10 - 112 EUR
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Website: http://www.lamonnaie.be/
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The theatre, founded in 1700, is today the home of the biggest and most important Belgian opera company. In fact, La Monnaie is the name which refers both to the building of the theatre and to the company. In the more than three centuries of its history, La Monnaie has aimed to capture the best moments and atmosphere of the Dutch, French and finally Belgian dominance. Regardless of the management, it has always held its remarkably high position among the most significant opera houses of Europe.
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Theatre Varia
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Address: Rue du Sceptre 78
Phone: +32 2 640 82 58
e-mail: info@varia.be
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Price: 0 - 20 EUR
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Website: http://www.varia.be/
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As the name suggests, Theatre Varia - or Variety Theater, aims to ensure diversity of its programme. It features almost everything that is included in the term 'performing arts'. A well-selected myriad of interesting plays and musicals provide for the excellent reputation of the venue. The theatre is supported by the Communauté française Wallonie-Bruxelles and the National Lottery.
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BOZAR - Palais des Beaux-Arts
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Address: Rue Ravenstein 23
Phone: +32 2 507 82 00
e-mail: info@bozar.be
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Website: http://www.bozar.be/
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The Palace of Fine Arts in Brussels was built just after World War I as a symbol of various artistic disciplines coming together and intertwining in order to reveal the real social contribution of art. Today, almost a century after its foundation, the people of Brussels lovingly call it Bozar and often visit the site to see theatre meet cinema, dance meet music, and science meet art, as they create a multi-faceted world of art and philosophy.
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English Theatre Brussels
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Address: Rue Waelhem 73
Phone: +32 4 473 79 20 27
e-mail: Stephenchallens@theatreinenglish.be
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Website: http://www.theatreinenglish.be/
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Even before Brussels began to be considered the capital of Europe, it had the ambience of a cosmopolitan city. It cherished the traditions of Europe and appreciated the national contribution of all members of the future EU family. This attitude is best expressed in art. Proud of its theatrical traditions – both of the Flemish and French communities, Brussels encourages new establishments, the most popular of which is the English Comedy Club, or ECC, founded in the beginning of the 20th Century.
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Theatre 140
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Address: Avenue Plasky 140
Phone: +32 2 733 97 08
e-mail: tickets@theatre140.be
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Website: http://www.theatre140.be/
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Theatre 140 has been operating for the last four decades in the heart of the capital of Belgium, featuring dance, music, theatre and a variety of other art forms. It presents national and international artists and companies, aiming to represent a large and diverse artistic panorama. Even though it is one of the small and unique theatres in Brussels, it enhances the spirit of national diversity - the idea that Europe is based on.
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