Théâtre de Poche, Brussels

Name: Théâtre de Poche
Address: Chemin du Gymnase 1a Gymnasiumweg, Brussels, 1000, Belgium
Telephone: +32 2 649 17 27

#175 among attractions in Brussels

Concerts and shows, Theater

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The Théâtre de Poche is a theatrical institution founded in Brussels in 1951 by Roger Domani and Roland Ravez. It is installed at the entrance of the Bois de la Cambre since 1966. At first experimental in its texts and forms, the Théâtre de Poche has focused since the 1990s on a theater dedicated to social issues.

Coordinates: 50°48'45"N, 4°22'16"E

Address

Chemin du Gymnase 1a GymnasiumwegBruxelles-Ville (Bois de la Cambre)Brussels 1000 Belgium

Contact

+32 2 649 17 27

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Théâtre de Poche?

Nearby attractions include Square du Bois, Brussels (5 min walk), Solvay Brussels School of Economics and Management, Brussels (8 min walk), Xavier Hufkens, Brussels (12 min walk), Salle Allende - Art contemporain, Brussels (13 min walk).

How to get to Théâtre de Poche by public transport?

The nearest stations to Théâtre de Poche:

Bus

Avenue Churchill - Churchilllaan • Lines: 123, 136, 365a, W (4 min walk)
Longchamp • Lines: 38 (5 min walk)

Tram

Longchamp • Lines: 7 (5 min walk)
Bascule • Lines: 7 (6 min walk)

Train

Etterbeek (27 min walk)
Vivier d'Oie - Diesdelle (30 min walk)