Dutch troupe opens the Lejonkulan theatre in Stockholm
- When
- 1667
- Where
- Lejonkulan theatre, Stockholm; Stockholm
- Episodes
- 2
In February 1667, the Dutch troupe of Jan Baptista van Fornenbergh opened the Lejonkulan theatre in Stockholm. They inaugurated the venue with the play Orontes en Satira and signed a contract to perform annually for the Swedish royal court that year.
Episodes
- Royal Court Contract
The troupe signed a contract to perform annually for the Swedish royal court in 1667.
- Inauguration of Lejonkulan
The Dutch troupe opened the redecorated Lejonkulan theatre in Stockholm in February 1667.
Background and detail
Theatrical Context. Lejonkulan was the second known theatre establishment in Stockholm, following Björngårdsteatern. While Lilla Bollhuset had been used as a theatre since 1662, Lejonkulan was redecorated and inaugurated as a dedicated theatre space in 1667, marking a significant development in the city's performance history.
Inauguration and Contract. The Dutch company, directed by Jan Baptista van Fornenbergh, officially opened the theatre in February 1667. The inaugural performance featured the play Orontes en Satira by Magnon. Concurrently, the troupe secured a contractual agreement to provide annual performances for the Swedish royal court, establishing their official status in Stockholm.
People involved
- Jan Baptista van Fornenbergh · Director of the Dutch troupe
- Dutch theater company · Performing troupe
Sources
- Lejonkulan Wikipedia, revision of 2025-07-23
- Bollhuset Wikipedia, revision of 2026-07-27
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