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 Heavy basement stuff |
Slemdalsvn. 7 Oslo 0369 Norway +47 22 85 6372 http://www.betong.as |
Betong is located in the basement of Chateau Neuf, a five-floor building owned by the students at Oslo University. The building itself is worth a tour, with all its hidden bars and concert areas(where Betong offers larger concerts and gigs). These give you the freedom to move around in the building and get a taste of everything that's going on. Betong, meaning concrete in Norwegian, is exactly what you get. Dark concrete walls, sparse lighting and a bit of that, "after-the-bomb" feel. They often stage high-quality DJs and bands, including some unknown, up-and-coming-ones. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Theatre near Aker Brygge |
Marstrandgata 8 Oslo N-0566 Norway +47 23 40 7770 http://www.blackbox.no |
Black Box Teater at Aker Brygge hires out its two stages to free theatrical projects and groups. It hosts a number of national and international guest shows, as well as the annual Ultima festival of modern theatre. The theatre also has two artistic features, called "Play of the Month" and "LilleBox - Modern Theatre for Children and the Young". Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Norway's most visited theatre |
Kristian IVs gate 8 Oslo 0164 Norway +47 22 42 4344 http://www.detnorsketeatret.no |
Det Norske Teatret is the only theatre in Oslo where all the plays are presented in Nynorsk (contemporary Norwegian), the country's second written language. During the last few years it has been the most popular theatre in Norway. The large, modern theatre building also hosts exhibitions, Saturday matinees, and "Poems at Lunchtime" (daily in the Bistro). The Bistro is open from 11a-9p during weekdays and 11a-7p on Saturdays. The theatre has three stages and is equipped with an IR system for those in need of a hearing aid. Ticket prices are between NOK160 and NOK200. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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High-quality puppet theatre |
Frognerveien 67 Oslo 0266 Norway +47 22 34 8600 |
Dukketeatret is owned by Oslo Nye Teater, whose theatrical repertoire is dominated by comedies and lighter plays. Dukketeatret (the Puppet Theatre) is located in an old manor at Frogner, next to the Vigeland park. The puppetry performances, aimed at children aged four and above, are of a really high quality. The performances usually attract large audiences, so make sure you reserve tickets for the plays well in advance. Every November and December, toddlers from Oslo's kindergartens invade Frogner to see the play Snekker Andersen og Julenissen ("Carpenter Anderson and Father Christmas"). Tickets for this particular play are sold out immediately, so forget any spontaneous plans. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Drama school with performances |
Niels Juels gate 56 Oslo 0259 Norway +47 23 46 4800 http://www.hartvig-nissen.vgs.no/ |
Even though most colleges perform a play every year, Hartvig Nissens school stands out from the rest. With drama as the main subject on its curriculum, this school trains many future top actors. Every final-year class performs one play in the course of the year, and in quality they often rival the plays performed in professional theatres. They also organise other events during the academic year so check out their homepage for further information. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Henrik Ibsen's apartment as museum |
Arbiens gate 1 Oslo 0253 Norway +47 22 12 3700 http://www.norskfolke.museum.n... |
Henrik Ibsen's apartment, where the famous Norwegian author lived from 1895 until his death in 1906, has now been restored and turned into a museum. His study contains original furniture and belongings, and the rest of the apartment has been restored to its original appearance. Throughout the year, the museum arranges lectures and theatrical performances with a new programme every spring and autumn. There are also temporary exhibitions. Admission fees: adults NOK30; children NOK10. Fees for special events vary. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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National theatre |
Karl Johans gate Oslo Norway +47 22 00 1400 http://www.nationaltheatret.no |
The National Theatre, steeped in tradition, is located by Karl Johans Gate and is something of a national symbol. The theatre shows mainly - but not exclusively - Norwegian plays and a mix of classics and more modern works. It recently celebrated its hundredth anniversary. The National Theatre also has a café and offers equipment for those with hearing difficulties. Guided tours can be arranged. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Unusual and exciting theatre |
Olaf Ryes plass 11 Postboks 4621 Sofienberg Oslo 0552 Norway |
At Parkteatret (the old cinema at Grünerløkka) you will find an exciting theatre company that has performed a number of interesting plays. Nordic Black Theatre is a drama school specifically aimed at young people with origins in Third World countries. It readily experiments with alternative methods and forms of expression. This is a good place to visit if you are looking for a different and unusual theatrical experience. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Farce and comedies |
Rosenkrantz' gate 10 Oslo 0159 Norway +47 22 34 8680 / +47 22 34 8600 |
With its main stage a stone's throw from Karl Johans gate, Oslo Nye has a repertoire consisting mainly of comedies, frequently contemporary, interspersed now and then with more hardboiled pieces and children's plays. Since 1971 Centralteatret in Akersgaten has served Oslo Nye as a second stage, whereas Oslo Bymuseum in Frognerparken houses the theatre's stage for puppet plays. Oslo Nye Teater was founded as a joint-stock company in 1957, and since 1967 the Municipality of Oslo has been taking care of its finances. Some of the theatre's famed directors have included Mentz Schulerud, Thoralv Maurstad and Berthold Halle. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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