A laboratory for performing arts, innovation and co-creation since 1966 in Holstebro
We are a theatre laboratory that explores performance art through local, national, and international projects. Our artistic practices are rooted in interest and curiosity towards various forms of theatre from all over the world – whether at our venues, downtown, in schools, or on the silver screen. Our projects allow for differences to collide – both culturally and artistically.
Nordisk Teaterlaboratorium has been based in Holstebro since 1966, where we facilitate workshops, residencies, and educational opportunities. We have three performance spaces available, which can be used for guest performances, co-productions, and home productions.
Our home in Holstebro
Nordisk Teaterlaboratorium takes part in local, national, and international activities, creating artistic relations to explore the potential of performing arts.
Locally, in and around Holstebro, Denmark, NTL partakes in various artistic and cultural events, both at our theatre in Særkærparken and in the town itself. We care about developing our local community and work closely with Dansk Talentakademi (Danish Talent Academy / DTA), Holstebro Musikskole (the local music school), and Holstebro Municipality. Furthermore, we work with companies, associations, and project groups to develop projects that strengthen interest in the arts here in West Jutland.
Nationally, Nordisk Teaterlaboratorium is part of the 2025-2028 period for regional theatre (theatres outside of the larger Danish cities) and works as a primary stage for networking: by sharing our space with new artists and innovative projects, NTL actively contributes to the development of performing arts in Denmark. We also collaborate with educational institutions and take our own shows on tour around the country.
Internationally, Nordisk Teaterlaboratorium collaborates with artists and theatre companies from all over the world to develop new projects. This is made possible through, for example, Erasmus+ and Creative Europe. We have an ongoing collaboration with various universities across the globe, giving students insights into the theatre world. For these international projects, a special focus is placed on cultural exchange and co-creation across traditions, methods, and theories.
Our Mission
We are an experimental performing arts laboratory for the independent performing arts
with strong local roots in Holstebro and a focus on international collaboration.
We create artistic encounters across generations, cultures and art forms – not just as a theatre but as an open community where artists and citizens can explore, create, and share experiences.
Through performances, workshops and co-creation, we invite professional artists and the local community to take part in exploring the possibilities of the performing arts. We build bridges and create new spaces for dialogue, creativity, and community.
Our Vision
To be a dynamic and groundbreaking theatre laboratory, where performing arts connects people and opens new perspectives through research, dialogue, and co-creation.
As an artistic laboratory, we contribute to the development of the performing arts, strengthening young talents and creating communities where art and civil society meet and independent artists can develop new, high-quality performance art.
.. Which means:
- Working on cross-aesthetic projects between individuals and institutions locally, nationally, and internationally
- We have an ongoing (g)local focus, connecting local engagement with international relationships and perspectives
- We value national engagement as a regional theatre and facilitator of risk-taking and innovative performing arts in Denmark
.. We can do this because of:
- Our artistic experience in working with innovative artistic expression, co-creation and entrepreneurship
- The laboratory principle, where artists can develop in a creative environment where time and space are valuable resources
- Cultural and artistic research and educational activities that contribute to cultural interaction
- Local relationship building through business networking and activities with special prioritisation of local children and youth
If you have any questions, you are welcome to contact us at info@ntl.dk
Listen with INUNA
For three years, Nordisk Teaterlaboratorium in Holstebro will receive DKK 7 million to establish a Greenlandic-language production in Denmark.
The new podcast, INUNA Radio, is an auditory space where Greenlanders living in Denmark can meet to share knowledge and experiences across generations and city boundaries.
The podcast will operate at the crossroads between the past, present, and wishes for the future. Amongst other things, the program will accommodate formats that deal with current affairs, news, and entertainment. Emphasis is placed on wide communication and interaction with listeners through various social media platforms and participation in various events.
The past year
We are so grateful and happy for all the fantastic people who have stopped by the theatre in the past year. It is impossible to show all our activities and initiatives in one video, but here are some of the many highlights from 2023.
