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Experience the Royal Theatre at Royal Łazienki Museum: Free Guided Tours & History

Delve into the rich history of Poland's unique court theatre from the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth.

Join free guided tours at the Royal Theatre within the Royal Łazienki Museum to explore Poland's sole original court theatre from the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. These immersive tours reveal its fascinating history, architectural details, and the monumental ceiling painting. Knowledgeable museum educators share insights into its past and present, offering a deeper appreciation of this cultural gem.

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Exhibition summary

Discover the Royal Theatre, Poland's only original court theatre from the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, through free guided tours. Learn about its history, capacity, ongoing performances, and the monumental ceiling painting.

Curatorial context

Free guided tours are offered at the Royal Theatre, an exceptional example of an original court theatre from the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. These tours provide an opportunity to delve into the history of this unique venue, located in the eastern wing of the Old Orangery. Visitors will learn about the theatre's inauguration, its seating capacity, whether performances are still held there, and the significance of the grand painting on its ceiling. The tours are led by knowledgeable educators from the Royal Łazienki Museum, Patrycja Ambroszczyk and Małgorzata Chomicz-Mielczarek, who bring expertise in museum education and historical guiding.

Admission and ticket notes

Entry is free as part of the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage campaign 'Free November'. Registration is required due to a limit of 25 participants per tour. Bookings can be made via email to [email protected].

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Tours led by Patrycja Ambroszczyk, an educator at the Royal Łazienki Museum, and Małgorzata Chomicz-Mielczarek, a Warsaw guide and museum educator.
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