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THEATRE NIJMEGEN
G.H.M. HOLT, B. BIJVOET, 1955-1961, Keizer Karelplein 32, Nijmegen
Schouwburg Nijmegen / Theatre Nijmegen ( G.H.M. Holt, B. Bijvoet )
© 2006 Jan Derwig

ARCHITECT(URAL OFFICE):
Gerard Holt
Bernard Bijvoet

BUILDING TYPE:
Cinemas and theatres


RELATED BUILDINGS:
Theatre Tilburg

Each component of this, the Town Theatre, has its own expression and design. The oblong foyer stands atop concrete pilotis; the theatre itself combines an auditorium containing two balconies and aisles with a rectangular stage boasting an impressive fly-tower. The robust architecture, supported by concrete frames decked with steel roof joists, makes play of the contrast between opaque and glazed surfaces, while the voids, balconies, galleries and grand staircases provide a surprising spaciousness.