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The building

Architecture


1964

Parktheater Eindhoven was built in 1964, then known as the Stadsschouwburg Eindhoven. At that time, the building was very modern and quite unique throughout Europe. It had grandeur. The chic, luxurious appearance created a vibrant hotspot in Eindhoven in the 1960s.

In the mid-nineties, the building needed to be renovated. From a technical standpoint, the theater was outdated. During this period, a number of piecemeal renovations were made, giving the building a rather disorderly impression.

Globetheater

The existing small Globetheater, as well as the offices that were scattered throughout the building, no longer met the requirements of the time. In September 1995, the municipal council of Eindhoven approved plans for the renovation and new construction of the theater.
It was not until 2007 that this new theater would actually be inaugurated.

Renovation

Between 2005 and 2007, the theater was completely renovated and expanded with the new, multifunctional Philipszaal. On 15 January 2007, the new Parktheater opened its doors, followed by the opening of the Park en Pluche restaurant in October 2007.

The architectural firm 'Architecten en I en' was commissioned by Parktheater Eindhoven for the renovation and construction of the Philipszaal. The design of the multifunctional Philipszaal, by architect Arie van Rangelrooy, was inspired by Seville’s Teatro Central. This inspirational theater was built on the occasion of the world exhibition in 1989.
 

Works of art and more

Buried letters
The letters spelling out Stadsschouwburg Eindhoven that appeared on the building prior to 2007 have not disappeared; rather, they are 'buried' in the Intermezzo.
Light
Artist Herman Kuijer crafted two lighting designs. One featured on the facade (6144 LED lights that change color day and night) and one above the side entrance.
Arenveld
Xander Sproncken - ’Arenveld’. A thirty-meter-long work of art made of Corten steel situated in front of the building.
Glass mosaics
These beautiful works of art by Jef Diederen (1920-2009) have been hanging on the walls along the staircases since the building opened in 1964.
Working in a decor
Decorator Paul Gallis created murals for the offices and reception area that radiate an oasis of tranquility.