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Theater de Leeuw

About

Theater de Leeuw is a young and atmospheric theatre in Arnhem, housed in a former school building that gives the venue its warm and distinctive character. It serves as an important stage for emerging talent, offering a platform to students from theatre schools, starting makers, young professionals, and independent performing artists. The intimate scale of the theatre creates a close connection between performers and audience, making each show feel personal and engaging. Its programme ranges from theatre and music to creative productions developed within the community, reflecting a strong commitment to nurturing new voices. Located at Leeuwensteinplein in Arnhem, Theater de Leeuw has quickly become a vibrant cultural spot where creativity, experimentation, and local talent come together in an inviting and accessible setting.

Arnhem Netherlands
Theater de Leeuw
Location

Theater de Leeuw is located at Leeuwensteinplein 1, 6824 DA Arnhem, in the central Klarendal district near Arnhem Velperpoort Station. Housed in a former Catholic primary school building, it features an intimate theatre space in the old gym hall with preserved elements like glass-in-lead windows above the stairs. Arnhem Velperpoort Station lies just a 10-minute walk away, with bus stops at Hoflaan/Velperweg only 3 minutes on foot. The creative Klarendal neighbourhood offers ateliers, cafés, and street art right around the corner, while Posttheater Arnhem sits nearby on Rosendaalsestraat. Free street parking is available in the surrounding residential area or at the Albert Heijn on Velperweg (first two hours free), with central Arnhem's Eusebiuskerk and Rhine riverfront about 1.5 km southeast. ​

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