Concertgebouw [Amsterdam]
Concertgebouw
Theatre building in Amsterdam, The Netherlands
bouwwerk in Amsterdam
Built 1883-1888 by A. L. Dolf van Gendt. Opened 11 Apr 1888 as Koninklijk Concertgebouw (Royal Concert Hall). The complex includes the Grote Zaal (Great Hall, 2037 seats) which is famous for its perfect acoustics, and the Kleine Zaal (Small Hall, 500 seats). 1947 restorations and structural rebuilding. 1962 ceiling rebuilding. 1985 major renovations. Originally used for concerts and various other events (e. g. boxing and other sports events and fashion shows). Currently used for symphonic and chamber concerts. Home to the Concertgebouw Orkest. - For reproduction postcards of older views of the Concertgebouw, see Concertgebouw: Modern Repro Postcards.