Bourla Theatre, Antwerp

Name: Bourla Theatre
Address: Komedieplaats 18, Antwerp, 2000, Belgium
Telephone: +32 3 231 07 50

#39 among attractions in Antwerp

Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall

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Facts and practical information

Bourla Theatre is a theatre located in Antwerp that seats around 900. The building is designed in a neoclassical style on the site of the former Tapissierspand tapestry market. The theatre was designed on request from the city in 1827 by the city architect Pierre Bourla. Construction began in 1829, but was delayed due to the Belgian Revolution. The theatre was finally finished in 1834 and opened under the name, Grand Théâtre or Théâtre Royal Français, on account of its ownership by a French company. Presently, the Bourla houses the theatre company Het Toneelhuis, which is a merger of the companies, Koninklijke Nederlandse Schouwburg and Blauwe Maandag Compagnie. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: NeoclassicismCoordinates: 51°12'55"N, 4°24'29"E

Address

Komedieplaats 18Antwerpen (Theaterbuurt)Antwerp 2000 Belgium

Contact

+32 3 231 07 50

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Day trips

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Bourla Theatre?

Nearby attractions include Kruidtuin, Antwerp (3 min walk), Den Botaniek, Antwerp (3 min walk), Museum Mayer van den Bergh, Antwerp (3 min walk), Maagdenhuis Museum, Antwerp (4 min walk).

How to get to Bourla Theatre by public transport?

The nearest stations to Bourla Theatre:

Tram

Oudaan • Lines: 4, 7 (4 min walk)
Mechelseplein • Lines: 4, 7 (5 min walk)

Bus

Stadspark • Lines: 13, 14 (5 min walk)
Nationale Bank • Lines: 13, 14 (7 min walk)

Train

Antwerpen-Centraal (15 min walk)
Antwerpen-Berchem (39 min walk)

Ferry

Steenplein Antwerpen • Lines: Waterbus Schelde Hemiksem-Antwer, Waterbus Schelde Lillo-Antwerpen (18 min walk)