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Uncover 'Co w teatrze piszczy?': Royal Theatre Guided Tour at Royal Łazienki Museum

Uncover the secrets of Poland's sole original court theatre from the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth period.

Embark on the 'Co w teatrze piszczy?' guided tour at the Royal Łazienki Museum. This experience offers a rare look inside the Royal Theatre in the Old Orangery, revealing its unique history as Poland's only original court theatre from the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth era. Visitors will gain insights into historical performances and explore the fascinating stories behind the scenes.

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Exhibition summary

This event offers a guided tour of the Royal Theatre in the Old Orangery, providing a unique opportunity to explore Poland's only original court theatre from the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth era. Visitors will learn about historical performances, explore backstage areas, and discover the theatre's history and artwork.

Curatorial context

This guided tour, titled 'Co w teatrze piszczy?' ('What's happening in the theatre?'), invites visitors to experience the Royal Theatre located within the Old Orangery at the Royal Łazienki Museum. It serves as a rare chance to closely examine Poland's sole surviving original court theatre dating back to the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth period. Participants will delve into the world of historical performances, gain insights into what took place behind the scenes, and hear engaging stories designed to spark imagination. The tour will cover the circumstances surrounding the theatre's opening, the seating arrangement for Stanisław August, and the symbolism behind the monumental ceiling fresco. Specific tours are scheduled for families with children aged 6-12 on November 16th from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and for adults and youth aged 14+ on the same day from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. The event is part of the 'Free November' initiative, offering free admission tickets.

Admission and ticket notes

Free admission tickets are available as part of the 'Free November' initiative. Specific times are scheduled for different age groups on November 16th: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM for families (ages 6-12) and 1:00 PM-2:00 PM for adults and youth (ages 14+). You can download a free ticket for this event.

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Venue
Royal Łazienki Museum
Current status
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Exhibition schedule
From Nov 16, 2024
Artist line / attribution
Guided by Patrycja Ambroszczyk, an educator at the Royal Łazienki Museum, and Małgorzata Chomicz-Mielczarek, a Warsaw guide and museum educator.
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