Christensen & Co

Odsherred Theatre

Odsherred Theatre
© Niels Nygaard

Odsherred Theatre

Christensen & Co Architects + Primus Arkitekter

ACOUSTICS
Sweco

ENGINEERING
Jørgensen Rådgivende Ingeniører

PROJECT ARCHITECT
Line Lange

LANDSCAPE DESIGN
Sted By Of Landskab

PHOTOGRAPHS
Niels Nygaard

AREA
1102 M²

YEAR
2021

LOCATION
Nykøbing Sjælland, Denmark

CATEGORY
Theater

Text description provided by architect.

Odsherred Theatre is a laboratory of performance. Odsherred Theatre is a contemporary laboratory of culture and a local social hub for the entire city. In other words, it is a performance space for social interaction.

Odsherred Theatre
© Niels Nygaard
Odsherred Theatre
© Niels Nygaard

We have specifically designed the theatre's architecture as a cultural catalyst that actively engages with the local community.

This includes a new urban space created at the main entrance. Flowing out into the pedestrian street, central to the city. 

Odsherred Theatre
© Niels Nygaard
Odsherred Theatre
© Niels Nygaard
Odsherred Theatre
© Niels Nygaard

Here an intimate urban square offers the local community access to a set of urban furniture designed for leisure and play.

The small street scene at Odsherred Theatre's main entrance provides the ideal setting for small happenings and improvisations that intervene in the pedestrians’ everyday life.

Odsherred Theatre is like a lantern – Shiny golden reflections from the inside play a contrasting role with the dark exterior finish.

Odsherred Theatre
© Niels Nygaard
Odsherred Theatre
© Niels Nygaard
Odsherred Theatre
© Niels Nygaard

The black terracotta bricks of the main facade are reminiscent of the stage curtain.

Large windows allow people who pass by to look into the theatre and follow the everyday life in a laboratory of performance. The back of the theatre architecture is inspired by the aesthetics of the mechanics used inside.

Parts of the façade offer views to the interior of the building and the back of the building can be opened, creating a connection between the stage room and the surrounding local area.

Odsherred Theatre
© Niels Nygaard
Odsherred Theatre
© Niels Nygaard

Between the outdoor areas and the stage room is a workshop where props, sets. And other items for the theatre are produced.

The secret jewel of the building - the stage room - is clad in golden anodized aluminum that reflects the surroundings. The new building is seamlessly connected to the existing theatre by a large internal staircase.

Odsherred Theatre
© Niels Nygaard
Odsherred Theatre
© Niels Nygaard

Thus, the overall theatre architecture forms the foundation of a community-based cultural venue."Odsherred Theatre is a huge gain for the city and the area.

It makes a big contribution to the municipality's profile as an active and attractive settlement area. And it also strengthens the business in the community because of the strong cultural offers." Thomas Adelskov, Mayor of Odsherred Municipality.

Odsherred Theatre
© Niels Nygaard
Odsherred Theatre
© Niels Nygaard

“The cultural life is definitely a crucial engine for growth and development, and, with its very beautiful and exciting settings, our lively and flexible theatre makes it possible to develop, unfold, and experience – for the benefit of both the theatre, the audience and the citizens, the entire city and the municipality.”

Chairman of the Building Fund Odsherred Theatre, director Lars Nybjerg in a press release from Odsherred municipality. In creating the theatre architecture, we have worked with issues related to SDG 11: Sustainable cities and communities and SDG 15: Life on land.

Odsherred Theatre
© Niels Nygaard


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