Aarhus Theatre

The Aarhus Theatre in Aarhus, is the largest provincial theatre in Denmark.

Building

The present Aarhus Theatre building was constructed in the late 19th century, as a replacement for the old theatre, nicknamed "Svedekassen". After Aarhus had grown to become Jutland's biggest city during the 19th century, the old theatre became too small to serve the public demand. A new building was designed by the Danish architect Hack Kampmann, and the construction began on 12 August 1898. Only two years later, Aarhus Theatre stood completed and was inaugurated on 15 September 1900.
The architectural style of the building is Art Nouveau, with the national romantic emphasis on natural materials, and the interior design was completed by artists Karl [Hansen Reistrup|Hansen Reistrup] and Hans Tegner.
In 2007, the Aarhus Theatre received an audio make-over.

Aarhus Theatre also has an acting academy, which offers four-year programs for students to train in acting.
Alumni of the school include Kirsten Lehfeldt, Ellen Hillingsø and Josephine Park