National Theatre of Iceland
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The National Theatre of Iceland in Reykjavík
, is the national theatre of Iceland.
The theater, designed by Guðjón Samúelsson
, was formally opened on April 20, 1950. Tinna Gunnlaugsdóttir
has been Artistic Director of the theater since 2005.
Reykjavík
Reykjavík is the capital and largest city in Iceland.Its latitude at 64°08' N makes it the world's northernmost capital of a sovereign state. It is located in southwestern Iceland, on the southern shore of Faxaflói Bay...
, is the national theatre of Iceland.
The theater, designed by Guðjón Samúelsson
Guðjón Samúelsson
Guðjón Samúelsson was a State Architect of Iceland.Notable designs include main building of the University of Iceland, the National Theatre of Iceland, the Landakot Roman Catholic Cathedral in Reykjavík and the Church of Akureyri; however his final and most recognized work is the Hallgrímskirkja...
, was formally opened on April 20, 1950. Tinna Gunnlaugsdóttir
Tinna Gunnlaugsdóttir
Tinna Gunnlaugsdóttir is an Icelandic actress. She has appeared in twelve films since 1981. She starred in As in Heaven, which was screened out of competition at the 1992 Cannes Film Festival. She is the sister of actor Hrafn Gunnlaugsson.-External links:...
has been Artistic Director of the theater since 2005.