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Information about the theatre and its programme.

LOCATION & OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION

The Alexander Theatre is located in Helsinki at Bulevardi 23-27 near the Hietalahti square and the lovely Sinebrychoff park.

HOW TO GET HERE
Bulevardi 23-27, 00180 Helsinki
Tram 6, Buses 14 & 20

Wheelchair access
For wheelchair access to the main stage, please notify in advance.
Wheelchairs which are maximum 74 cm in width fits.

TICKETS
Alexander Theatre Box Office / Aleksanterin teatteri
Bulevardi 23-27

Tel. 0600 180 20 (2.03 € per call + local network/mobile rate)
myynti@aleksanterinteatteri.fi

Opening hours:
Mon-Fri from 12 a.m. till 6 p.m.
Sat-Sun from 12 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Lippupiste
www.lippu.fi

SPRING 2026 EVENTS

OPERA, CONCERTS AND OTHER MUSIC PERFORMANCES

December 15, Arja Koriseva – Christmas Concert.
Touching, warm-hearted and nostalgic
concerts of the beloved entertainer.

February 3, Grand Piano Rock. A concert where legendary rock hits are performed as powerful and emotional piano arrangements. Featuring iconic songs by Queen, Metallica, Scorpions, Linkin Park, Rammstein, Depeche Mode, Evanescence, and more.

February 10, Kõrge Mere Päällä (Above the High Sea). Marko Matvere performs sea-themed ballads and songs, transporting the audience to the ocean and storytelling worlds.

February 18, Drink Floyd performs Pink Floyd songs. A Pink Floyd tribute featuring classics from Dark Side of the Moon, Wish You Were Here, and The Wall. The band honors the originals but also improvises and adds variations to their setlist.

February 22, Topmost: For Your Love. The legendary band founded in 1964, known for hits from the 1960s to today. They perform energetic and nostalgic rock, celebrating their long history.

February 24, Elämälle kiitos! (Thanks to Life!). A celebration of Marion Rung’s 80th birthday, sharing stories and highlights from her career and life. The concert is a warm, heartfelt tribute with performances and reflections on her journey.

March 17, Göstán Parhaat (Göstán’s Best). A tribute concert featuring new arrangements of Leevi and the Leavings’ songs, performed by Lumos String Quartet, Minja Koski, and Mikael Saaren.

March 24, Eye of Melian: Forest of Forgetting. Johanna Kurkela and an international orchestra present a cinematic, fantasy-themed concert. This symphonic performance features enchanting melodies, orchestral textures, and storytelling that transports listeners to mythical forests and lost memories.

April 2, Ellinoora Unplugged. A solo acoustic concert by one of Finland’s brightest artists. Featuring songs from her recent album Melankolisten Laulujen Klubi as well as favorites from her 10-year career, performed intimately and close to the audience.

May 2, Edu Kettunen: Lainatut Lauseet (Borrowed Sentences). Guitarist and songwriter Edu Kettunen performs songs from his Lainatut Lauseet album, including a mix of his own classics and songs written for other artists, sharing stories behind the music.

DANCE PERFORMANCES

December 9, Balettitähtien joulugaala.
An exclusive Christmas Gala Concert of Ballet Stars.

January 16–18, The Nutcracker. Experience the legendary classical ballet performed by the renowned WORLDSTARS troupe, whose dancers hail from Paris Opera, La Scala, London Royal Ballet, and other top European theaters.

January 24–25, The 10th National Ballet Competition. This unique Finnish event celebrates talented young dancers from across the country, dedicated to the art of classical ballet.

January 29, Neljä Dueton Ilta (An Evening of Four Duets). An evening of four duets exploring diverse themes and moods. Intimate encounters between dancers promise an engaging and varied dance experience.

February 8, Pro Dance Gala 2026. From street dance to ballet, the gala features professional dancers including members of the Finnish National Ballet and emerging international talents.

February 19, Dracula. WORLDSTARS presents the exclusive ballet based on Bram Stoker’s legendary vampire, Vlad Dracula. A captivating tale blending fantasy, history, and dark romance.

June 13, Raqs Heritage. International gala show of SWANA folklore & modern bellydance! Celebrate the rich culture of Central Asia and North Africa with colorful performances that honor centuries of tradition and modern innovation in dance.

FAMILY & OTHER PERFORMANCES

February 15 – May 10, Countess Amalie’s Drama Tour.
Performance is based on history of Alexander Theatreand life of the spectacular Countess Amalie Adlerberg. Show is in Finnish but group orders available in English!

January 13-15, Giellavealgu (The Language Shifter). A multilingual children’s opera where northern winds, lights, and voices intertwine in a story about language, identity, and friendship.

February 1 – March 29, Tatun & Patun outo uninäytelmä. If you thought you knew everything about sleeping, after this children’s show you’ll know more!

March 1, Lumous circus varieté 2026. A magical journey into the dazzling world of Central European-style circus and variety arts. Traveling across Finland with a new spectacular show, it features international-level circus skills, magic, juggling, acrobatics, and live music.

March 23, Pohjolan Naisen Luonto (The Nature of the Northern Woman). A performance art piece that explores how communal structures and history have shaped the inner world of individuals. Based on the historical resilience of Finnish women and their ability to adapt and survive through challenging times, this performance offers insight into inner strength and renewal.

FINNISH MUSICALS AND MUSIC THEATRE PERFORMANCES

September 25 – December 13, Titanique.
A hilarious and wildly entertaining musical parody inspired by the iconic film Titanic.

28 January, Näkemiin, Viipuri! (Goodbye, Vyborg!). A dramatic yet hopeful music theatre performance bringing to life the fate of Vyborg and its residents. Based on real events and people, it takes the audience on a journey to the 1940s, revealing both the city’s bright lights and its shadows during wartime.

February 4–28, Opehuone (Staff Room). A humorous musical parodying school staff life. Written by Niina Lahtinen, composed by Katja Lappi, and directed by Jukka Kurosen.

March 11–April 25, Kysy Siskoilta (Ask the Sisters). A cult-status musical exploring women’s everyday experiences. It presents authentic stories about menopause, appearance pressures, motherhood, and aging, offering new insights and giving voice to untold stories.

April 29, Mustalaiss-ruhtinatar (The Gypsy Princess). Emmerich Kálmán’s operetta at Aleksanterin Theatre. The romantic story of Sylva Varescu, a variety singer, and Prince Edwin, overcoming family disapproval and societal barriers for love.

May 3, Uusi Kipparikvartetti. A nostalgic concert featuring original hits and new arrangements of songs by the original Kipparikvartetti. An engaging mix of old favorites and fresh interpretations.

May 13–22, Heathers the musical. A darkly humorous musical about high school life, friendship, and revenge. The show combines sharp satire, catchy songs, and edgy storytelling.

FINNISH PLAYS AND STAND UP

Luolamies
Kaikki Ystäväni
Gabriel, tule takaisin
Pokka Pitää
Best of Saikkua
Henkilökohtaista
Puolangan pessimistien Mitätön Show
Kansanmies
Freddi Lilius: ADHD – Supervoima Stand Up Show
Ystävänpäivän Stand Up -Show

ALEXANDER THEATRE – IN THE HEART OF HELSINKI AND IN HELSINKI´S HEART

We are proud that Alexander Theatre is and has been a long-established centre of Helsinki’s cultural life. Our stage bustles daily with life and action, not to mention our rehearsal rooms and offices.

The theatre itself caters well for visiting groups, offering excellent facilities for all types of concerts, theatrical and dance performances. We can also assist you in organising your event or private function. We also have the technical facilities to host even the most demanding of national and international visiting performances. Many prominent dance communities perform, train and have their offices in AlexanderTheatre.

Our main hall seats about 500 in a true historic atmosphere, has a fully equipped stage and we can also offer a full catering service in the foyer.

HISTORY

In the early decades of the 1800s, theatre troupes from Sweden, Estonia and Russia and also from Italy and Germany visited Helsinki. But this changed when Nikolai Adlerberg became the Governor General of Finland and established a Russian Theatre with a grant he organised from the Tsar’s funds.

Construction began in April 1876 and was completed in 1879. Originally the AlexanderTheatre was to serve the local Russian garrison. The bricks for the decorative building were transported all the way from Åland. The National Theatre and Opera companies moved to the building in 1918 and the National Opera remained on the premises until 1993, when they moved to the new Opera House on the Toolo bay. For this reason, AlexanderTheatre, the Old Opera House, is an important part of Finnish cultural history.