DISCOVER THE ROYAL THEATRE TUSCHINSKI

The most beautiful cinema in the world

FILMS AT THE ROYAL THEATRE TUSCHINSKI

Go back in time and feel like a movie star from the 1920s. Pathé Tuschinski is a cinema in the style of the past, but with the technology and comfort of today. With more than 100 years of history, The Royal Theatre Tuschinski was named the most beautiful cinema in the world in 2021. Snuggle up against each other in a Love Seat in the classic main auditorium, or take a seat in the luxurious armchairs and two-seat sofas in the intimate smaller rooms.

A DIGITAL TOUR OF THE WORLD'S MOST BEAUTIFUL CINEMA

A PHYSICAL TOUR OF THE WORLD'S MOST BEAUTIFUL CINEMA

AUDIOTOUR

In 2021, Theatre Tuschinski was named the most beautiful cinema in the world. Everyone can now take a look at this magnificent movie theatre for themselves. This tour should not be missed during your visit to Amsterdam and is a fun activity before diving into the film. Theatre Tuschinski still has a working film organ, which is used several times a year to accompany silent films or at events. On Saturday mornings, the organ is often maintained and you will have the chance to see and hear it during an audio tour!

When Daily between 09:30 and 11:30 (subject to events)
Duration 45 minutes
Language English and Dutch
Cost € 11.50 p.p.

GUIDED TOUR

It is also possible to take the guided tour. This is suitable for school classes, company outings and family days.

When On request (via: rondleidingen.tuschinski@pathe.nl). Groups of up to 15 people pay €185. Each additional person costs €6.50. The maximum group size is 25 people. Start before 11:00 a.m. due to the daily film screening.
Duration 90 minutes
Language English and Dutch

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HOW IT STARTED

In 1921, Abraham Tuschinski opened the Tuschinski theatre after two years of construction. The original clothing maker from Poland was on his way to the United States in 1904, but eventually stayed in Rotterdam, where he opened several cinemas. In 1916, together with his brothers-in-law Herman Gerschtanowitz and Hermann Ehrlich, he wanted to start something special in Amsterdam.

"Amsterdam has many theatres, but if I build one, it should far surpass all others. Grandiose as a temple and beautiful as a palace, a theatre that is unparalleled in Europe, and will make even the pampered Amsterdam audience puff with admiration." - Abraham Tuschinski

ONE OF A KIND

This drive for originality and admiration was always at the forefront of Theatre Tuschinski: imitation of other theatres was out of the question for Abraham Tuschinski. This is reflected in the many changes Tuschinski's interior has gone through and the many special elements that characterise the theatre. Under Tuschinski's reign, the theatre was never finished.

EXTERIOR & INTERIOR

Designed by architect Hijman Louis de Jong, the building was completed under the direction of engineer D.C. Klaphaak. In the run-up to the theatre's tenth anniversary in 1931, Tuschinski's innovation drive came to a climax. Many eye-catching elements in the current interior date from that time.

A large number of (decorative) artists were brought in to furnish and decorate the interior, including Willem Komhout, Pieter den Besten and Jaap Gidding. Inspired by Piet den Besten's paintings, Hall 2 and Hall 3 were restored to their iconic original style in 2019. In 2020, halls 4, 5 and 6 of Tuschinski have also been revamped with luxury seats and benches.