New acclaimed Concert Hall 
In January 2009, the doors opened on the much-awaited new Concert Hall
located in the Orestad North area. The opening of Koncerthuset (the Concert Hall) means the arrival of a musical venue of high international standard as well as a new architectural landmark for the capital. The building, by architect Jean Nouvel, now puts Copenhagen on level with other cities around the world providing the best in modern acoustics as well as a unique visual setting for concert goers.

As you approach the Koncerthuset a fabulous sight greets you. Its blue facade is monumental, yet airy, as if the building had been carved out of the sky. The constantly projected images onto this surface make the structure look as if it is in motion, organic and alluring.

Musical events in the four individual halls, the largest accommodating an audience of 1,800, will range from small-scale jazz concerts and chamber music to choral, rock and pop concerts as well as large symphony concerts.

in theatrical experience. The Royal Danish Playhouse has even more to offer theatregoers. The waterfront foyer, promenade and footbridge terrace is used as venues for events of every kind. In addition to the seasonal repertoires, the playhouse hosts public lectures, children’s activities, small concerts and a wide range of dramatic events. The café in the foyer is a great stop for tea and coffee when planning an evening’s event. Or why not stroll along the scenic oak footbridge, which connects the foyer with Nyhavn and the city’s main harbour-front promenade, Langelinie.

All is well at Kronborg 
Each year from mid August the organisation Hamlet Sommer arranges performances of different renditions of Shakespeare's famous drama Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, still one of the theatrical dramas most often played in the world. They take place in the courtyard of the 400-year-old Kronborg Castle, perhaps one of the most famous buildings in Denmark and in Shakespeare's writings, the home of Hamlet. Many performances have taken place at Kronborg since 1816 with names such as Lawrence Olivier, Vivien Leigh, John Gielgud, Kenneth Branagh, Derek Jacobi and Jude Law. By train, you can get to Kronborg Castle, near Elsinore north of Copenhagen, in just over one hour. What better stage set could there be to see a performance of Hamlet?  

Culture Night, Friday 15 October
Every year, Copenhagen celebrates its Night of Culture with more than 500 cultural events in just one night. A total of more than 200 museums, churches, exhibition halls, galleries, political institutions, and other venues all over the city will open their doors reflecting the city's broad cultural landscape. The whole city is an integral part of the Night of Culture, and the range of major and minor cultural institutions and venues - some are only open to the public on this particular night - mirrors how versatile Copenhagen culture is. It is a unique opportunity to explore new and unknown sides of Copenhagen. 

Welcome to discover the cultural events in Copenhagen!