Theatres and cinemas in Aarhus
Discover the theatres and cinemas of Aarhus, where performing arts and film go hand in hand. The city offers everything from major theatrical productions and modern cinemas to smaller venues with an intimate atmosphere and a distinctive edge – perfect for an evening centred around culture.
Theatre and cinema experiences to suit every taste
Aarhus has a thriving theatre scene featuring both classical productions and contemporary performing arts. Here you can experience everything from drama and comedy to experimental theatre and musicals. Several venues in the city focus on both Danish and international productions, and you’ll find both large-scale productions and intimate performances where you’re right up close to the stage.
If you’re into films, you’ll find several excellent and cosy cinemas in Aarhus. Here you can watch the latest premieres, international blockbusters and selected quality films in modern surroundings with high comfort and great sound.
Aarhus Theatre
The Aarhus Theatre is a historic theater in the heart of Aarhus. With 4 stages and a total of 1,200 seats it is one of the most popular cultural attractions in Aarhus. The listed building just opposite the Cathedral was designed by the architect Hack Kampmann, and was inaugurated in 1900. The Theatre has an all-embracing repertoire during the season from early September until mid-June, including some 15 of its own productions and also a few guest performances.
Teatret Gruppe 38 - Intimate performing arts on Aarhus Ø
Teatret Gruppe 38 is Aarhus' intimate and acclaimed theatre venue, located on Aarhus Ø with a unique view of the sea. The theatre's two auditoriums present award-winning, attentive performing arts and surprising pop-up events, where the story and the audience are at the centre.
The Svalegangen Theatre
The Svalegangen Theatre is only 5 minutes from the Aarhus Central Station. Here you can enjoy theatre of the highest quality; performances which are entertaining and thought-provoking.
Teater Katapult
Katapult presents their own professional productions, handpicked international shows and the very best shows from up-coming talents.
Hermans in Tivoli Friheden
Place your next meeting in Hermans in Tivoli Friheden. You are here able to hold unique meetings and conferences in scenic and historic settings in the cultural house Hermans. The location in the amusement park Tivoli Friheden makes the venue a perfect candidate for having meetings, conferences, fairs etc.
Bora Bora Theatre
At Bora Bora you can enjoy modern dance performances in Aarhus.
Åbne Scene
The stage is not only open to theater events. It is also possible to arrange festivals, cultural events and more at Åbne Scene. The curators who determine who gets to host events at Åbne Scene welcome projects in every shape.
Theater Refleksion
Theater Refleksion is a puppet and animation theater for both children and adults, where relevant themes will be taken up in an intimate and surprising way.
Aarhus Bio - A Luxury Cinema in Aarhus
Das Aarhus Bio, das zu Nordisk Film gehört, befindet sich im Zentrum von Aarhus und ist ein luxuriöses Kino mit nicht weniger als 9 Sälen und vielen tollen Filmen und Erlebnissen.
Cinema Nordisk Film Biografer Trøjborg
Experience films on the northern side of Aarhus at Nordisk Film Biografer Trøjborg. With 5 screens and a café, the cinema offers an intimate and relaxed atmosphere in the charming Trøjborg district.
