The Snow Queen by Hans Christian Andersen at Moesgaard
Experience the fairy tale The Snow Queen, Snedronningen, when the Royal Theatre performs Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale in a spectacular outdoor performance at Moesgaard in southern Aarhus.
An open-air fairy tale
The Snow Queen by Danish author Hans Christian Andersen is performed here as an outdoor show at Moesgaard Museum in southern Aarhus. This world-famous fairy tale is a magnificent and spectacular production by the Royal Theatre.
The Snow Queen
Here you can experience H.C. Andersen's fairy tale, in which a magic mirror created by the Devil makes everything good appear ugly and ridiculous. The mirror shatters, and glass shards rain down on the human world, where the children Kay and Gerda live in heartfelt friendship. But when Kay gets a glass splinter from the magic mirror in his eye, his joy and zest for life suddenly turn into mockery and calculating cynicism. His cold arrogance attracts the Snow Queen herself, who lures him to her with ice-cold kisses and embraces. Suddenly, Kay has disappeared from Gerda. And no one knows where he has gone.
The performance is aimed at both children and adults and is recommended for children aged 8 and above.
Unique stage setting in nature
The performance takes place outdoors on the grounds of Moesgaard Museum in Højbjerg, south of Aarhus, where nature becomes an active part of the scenography. The combination of moving scenery, atmospheric lighting and the museum's scenic surroundings creates a very special experience that you will not find in a classic theatre hall.
Practical information
- Moesgaard Museum, Moesgård Allé 15, 8270 Højbjerg
- Dates: From 22 May to 27 June 2026 (check current performances before visiting)
- Duration: Approx. 2 hours and 20 minutes
- Recommended age: From approx. 8 years
- Transport & parking: There is a bus connection (bus 18), bicycle parking and both free and reservable parking spaces at the museum.
- Bring warm clothing and possibly blankets, as the performance is outdoors
- Facilities: Toilets, café and food and drink available before and after the performance
- Language: This production is performed in Danish without surtitles