Welcome to Gävle Theatre

We are a large, historic and yellow building in the center of Gävle, opposite to Gävle Town Hall. The building was completed as early as 1878.Gävle Teater is a popular guest venue with large capacity. We present visiting artists and performers from all around the world.
The program is wide and varied; theatre, dance and music events succeed one another. Classics, new works, drama, comedy, musicals, opera, circus, musical theater, shows, stand up, international performances and family theater - Gävle Teater has something for everyone.

We hope to see you at the theater!
P.S. You can also find us on Facebook and Instagram

During 2025-2026

The Gävle Theater building is closed for renovation. Gävle Theater Association is on tour and arranges performances at various locations around Gävle. These venues may look a little different and have different conditions. We update the location and important information in the program tab where you can buy tickets and read about all performances.

If you want to book a wheelchair space or have ticket questions, write to biljett@gavleteater.se

If you have other questions, email info@gavleteater.se

History

Gävle Teater is one of the signature buildings in the Swedish theater architecture history. It was renovated in September 1985 and ready to welcome its audience. Axel Fredrik Nyström's more than a century-old theater has undergone a restoration that has restored the original nineteenth-century environment, insofar as it is possible to reconcile with the demands of modern stage technology and a good working environment.

A reverential effort, utilizing both brains and hands as tools, resulted in stunning interiors with rich ornamentation of high value.

On July 10, 1869 Gävle was hit by the great fire and it destroyed the old theater from 1840.
On May 29, 1875 there was a contest where three designers submitted sketches for the new theater. The architects were Axel Fredrik Nyström, E Jacobson and F G A Dahl.
On April 6, 1876, the winner was announced and Axel Fredrik Nyström won with his drawings. The construction started on 12 April, 1876.
After nearly two years, the new theater was completed. The opening ceremony took place on February 13, 1878.
1910 Installation of electricity began.
1929 the theater was purchased by the city of Gävle.
1933 The Gävle Teater society was formed.
1984 One of the largest renovations of the old theater took place.
On 21 Sept. 1985 the theatre reopened.
In February 2003 the Theatre celebrated its 125th anniversary.
Today, year 2018, the theatre is 140 years old and more popular than ever.