Teatret Ved Sorte Hest

Tucked away on Vesterbrogade, Teatret Ved Sorte Hest beckons. This intimate venue holds a captivating story. Teatret Ved Sorte Hest isn’t just a theatre. It’s a testament to Copenhagen’s vibrant cultural scene. Founded in 1978 by actors Brigitte Kolerus and Michael Lindvad, along with scenographer Ves Harper, it quickly became a hub for progressive theatre. Teatret Ved Sorte Hest nurtured talents who shaped Danish film, television, and theatre. The theatre itself resides in a building with its own fascinating past. Originally a storage building with a carriage porch, it served Hintze’s Villa. The villa’s owner, Fabrikant Hintze, was known for extravagant parties with dancers from the old Scala. Later, the villa transformed into the Mechanical Museum. Then in the 1980s, it became a haven for the Danish BZ movement. They even opened “Café Morgenstjerne” within its walls. After intense street battles in February 1990, police cleared the building. Today, the surrounding buildings, including Hintze’s Villa, belong to housing cooperatives. Teatret Ved Sorte Hest itself, nestled in this historic area, adds a unique artistic flair. The theatre has a small auditorium. It can seat 70 people. There is also a foyer where audience events take place. Inside Teatret Ved Sorte Hest, audiences experience modern classics and contemporary Danish and Swedish drama. The theatre also has a penchant for the absurd, frequently showcasing works by playwrights like Dario Fo, Samuel Beckett, and Eugène Ionesco. This intimate space allows for a unique connection between performers and audience. It fosters an atmosphere of creativity and exploration. In 1992, Teatret Ved Sorte Hest gained recognition as a regional theatre. It received further distinction as a small, major city theatre in 1996 by the Copenhagen Municipality. Teatret Ved Sorte Hest offers a glimpse into both Copenhagen’s theatrical prowess and the building’s intriguing journey through time. Its intimate setting promises an unforgettable theatrical experience.