This display investigates the intersection of royal taste and Polish performance traditions by examining artifacts from the Theatre Museum collection. Visitors can observe costumes and set designs inspired by classical playwrights whose works were commissioned for the royal court. The selection connects historical 18th-century visions with the careers of renowned stage practitioners.
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This exhibition explores how the theatrical tastes of Stanisław August, the last king of Poland, shaped the development of the national stage. Visitors can view a collection of costumes, set designs, and theatrical memorabilia from the Theatre Museum that highlight the influence of classical playwrights like Shakespeare, Molière, and Sophocles on Polish tradition.
Presented in the historic Old Orangery of the Łazienki Królewskie Museum, this exhibition investigates the intersection of royal taste and Polish theatrical heritage. The display features precious artifacts from the Theatre Museum collection in Warsaw, specifically related to the works of iconic European playwrights Sophocles, William Shakespeare, Molière, and Jean Racine, whose likenesses were historically commissioned by the King for his royal court theaters. The exhibition connects these classical inspirations with the history of Polish performance, featuring memorabilia associated with legendary stage figures such as Mieczysława Ćwiklińska, Adam Hanuszkiewicz, and Tadeusz Kantor. By bringing together costumes and set designs from various eras, the exhibition illustrates how the King's 18th-century vision left a permanent mark on the aesthetics of the Polish stage. It is held in celebration of the reopening of the Łazienki Amphitheater following its comprehensive restoration.
The exhibition is located in the accessible space of the Old Orangery. It is accompanied by a program of educational and cultural events designed for adults, youth, and families with children. Please consult the venue for specific admission details and event scheduling requirements at the Royal Łazienki Museum premises during the exhibition period until September 6, 2026.
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