Aleydistheater

Aleydistheater is a small, intimate theater in the heart of Aarschot, in the Belgian province of Flemish Brabant. It is run by a non-profit association (vzw) of the same name, founded in 1979, making it a long-standing fixture of the town's cultural life.

Where exactly is the theater located?

The building stands at Elisabethlaan 103B in Aarschot and forms part of a larger cultural site in the town center. It can be reached both from Elisabethlaan and from Gasthuisstraat, with access maps for both routes published on the theater's own website to help first-time visitors find their way. Drivers can use the spacious Carrefour parking facility along Gasthuisstraat, and additional parking spots are also available along Elisabethlaan itself.

What makes this venue distinctive?

The defining feature of Aleydistheater is the performance space itself: a renovated attic converted into an auditorium seating 95 people. The scale and character of the room — sloped walls, exposed wooden roof structure — give it a notably cozy, close-knit atmosphere, very different from the experience of a large, multi-hundred-seat theater hall. After the curtain falls, visitors can move to the foyer, which is likewise tucked under the building's roofline, and unwind there over a drink while discussing the show they just saw.

How many productions does the theater stage each year?

The Aleydistheater company produces four of its own shows annually. That pace is typical of local, amateur and semi-professional theater troupes in Belgium, where the point is less about a sprawling repertoire and more about consistency and a lasting bond with a local audience that returns season after season for each new premiere.

How can visitors book tickets, and what else does the theater offer?

Tickets can be reserved online directly through the theater's website. Beyond standard ticket sales, Aleydistheater also sells gift vouchers (cadeaubonnen) that can be redeemed against any show in the current program — a popular gift idea among residents of Aarschot and the surrounding area. The website also lists ticket prices and accessibility information for visitors with disabilities, making it easier to plan a visit ahead of time. For any organizational or booking questions, the theater can also be reached by phone at 016 56 02 22 during office hours.

Frequently asked questions

How many seats does Aleydistheater have? The auditorium seats 95 people — a deliberately small, intimate space set up in the building's attic.

How many premieres does the theater stage per year? The company produces four new shows each year.

What is the best way to park when arriving by car? The most convenient option is the Carrefour parking facility along Gasthuisstraat; extra spaces are also available along Elisabethlaan.

Since when has Aleydistheater existed? The non-profit association behind the theater (vzw Aleydis) was founded in 1979.

Can tickets be given as a gift? Yes, the theater offers gift vouchers that can be used for any show in its program.