To celebrate the 209th anniversary of Hamlet at Kronborg Castle, HamletScenen has joined forces with Sittingsuits and artist Birgitte Krüger to create a unique collaboration. The result is the Hamlet Edition limited release of only 100 wearable artworks.
For more than two centuries, Kronborg has been the stage of the world’s oldest Hamlet tradition, a story carried forward generation after generation. This new edition brings that legacy into the present, turning cultural heritage into something you can literally wrap around yourself.
At the center of the launch stands Denmark’s legendary actress Ghita Nørby, 90 years young, who embodies the spirit of the project. With her deep connection to Kronborg and the theatre, she reminds us that heritage is not only the past we inherit, but also the future we create:
“Hamlet at Kronborg is what we stand upon. We must never forget that.”
Each Hamlet Edition features artwork by Birgitte Krüger, whose studio is housed within the castle itself, connecting the design directly to place, story, and tradition.
This is a collector’s item, a symbol of continuity, and a tribute to art, theatre, and history, made to be worn, used, and kept alive.
Original artwork by Birgitte Krüger, oil on canvas, 100 × 150 cm. Created at Kronborg Castle as the foundation for the wearable design.
HamletScenen is the resident theatre at Kronborg Castle, world-renowned as the home of Shakespeare’s Hamlet. Since 1816, the stage has hosted uninterrupted performances, making it the oldest Hamlet tradition in the world. Today, HamletScenen produces innovative theatre, festivals, and cultural events that bring Shakespeare’s legacy to life for new generations, while celebrating Kronborg’s UNESCO World Heritage status.
Ghita Nørby is one of Denmark’s most celebrated actresses, with a career spanning theatre, film and television. She has performed leading roles at the Royal Danish Theatre and starred in more than 100 films and TV productions. At 90, she remains a cultural icon, admired for her artistic range and deep commitment to Denmark’s cultural heritage.
Birgitte Krüger is a Danish visual artist based at Kronborg Castle, where she runs her studio and gallery within the historic walls. Her figurative paintings capture everyday moments with simplicity and emotional depth, often portraying people in reflective or introspective states. With a background in Art History and a passion for cultural narratives, her work bridges tradition and contemporary expression, making her the perfect artistic voice for the Hamlet Edition.
HAMLETSCENEN X BIRGITTE KRÜGER
To mark 209 years of Hamlet at Kronborg Castle, HamletScenen and Sittingsuits launch the Hamlet Edition, created with HamletScenen and artist Birgitte Krüger.
Fronted by Denmark’s legendary Ghita Nørby - 90 years young - the edition is a reminder that cultural heritage is not only the past, but something we carry into the present and future. Each edition carries the legacy of 209 years of uninterrupted Hamlet performances at Kronborg.
100 pieces available worldwide.
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