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- This month's story from inside the Sittingsuits universe.
On April 23rd, Sittingsuits joined Hamlet Scenen at Kronborg Castle to celebrate William Shakespeare’s 461st birthday. The historic setting, known worldwide as the home of Hamlet, became the stage for something new — the beginning of a creative partnership between Hamlet Scenen, Birgitte Krüger, and Sittingsuits.This upcoming collaboration explores the meeting point between wearable design, contemporary art, and cultural legacy.
THE EVENT
Hosted by Hamlet Scenen, the celebration included a live opera performance by Joachim Knop, the presentation of the summer theatre season.A touch of royal magic was added by the presence of legendary Danish actress Ghita Nørby. Her connection to the theatre and cultural heritage at Kronborg runs deep, and her support means the world to us.
On April 23rd, Sittingsuits joined Hamlet Scenen at Kronborg Castle to celebrate William Shakespeare’s 461st birthday. The historic setting, known worldwide as the home of Hamlet, became the stage for something new — the beginning of a creative partnership between Hamlet Scenen, Birgitte Krüger, and Sittingsuits.This upcoming collaboration explores the meeting point between wearable design, contemporary art, and cultural legacy.
THE EVENT
Hosted by Hamlet Scenen, the celebration included a live opera performance by Joachim Knop, the presentation of the summer theatre season.A touch of royal magic was added by the presence of legendary Danish actress Ghita Nørby. Her connection to the theatre and cultural heritage at Kronborg runs deep, and her support means the world to us.
This summer, a limited edition Sittingsuit will launch, designed in partnership with Hamlet Scenen and Birgitte Krüger. Only 100 pieces will be made. The collaboration brings Birgitte’s unique figurative art into wearable form, blending storytelling, design, and cultural identity.The collection will coincide with Hamlet Scenen’s new theatre season in August 2025.
This summer, a limited edition Sittingsuit will launch, designed in partnership with Hamlet Scenen and Birgitte Krüger. Only 100 pieces will be made. The collaboration brings Birgitte’s unique figurative art into wearable form, blending storytelling, design, and cultural identity.The collection will coincide with Hamlet Scenen’s new theatre season in August 2025.
Birgitte Krüger is a Danish visual artist based in Elsinore, operating her studio and gallery within the historic Kronborg Castle. She holds a master's degree in Art History from the University of Copenhagen, specializing in modern culture with a focus on Korean and Japanese contemporary culture.
A self-taught painter, Krüger primarily works with acrylics on canvas, capturing everyday moments and the beauty found in ordinary life. Her modern figurative style emphasizes simplicity and emotional depth, often portraying people in reflective or introspective states to explore personal and universal truths.
Her studio at Kronborg Castle is open to visitors, welcoming inquiries regarding commissions, pricing, and gallery shows.
See more from Birgitte Krüger →
Birgitte Krüger is a Danish visual artist based in Elsinore, operating her studio and gallery within the historic Kronborg Castle. She holds a master's degree in Art History from the University of Copenhagen, specializing in modern culture with a focus on Korean and Japanese contemporary culture.
A self-taught painter, Krüger primarily works with acrylics on canvas, capturing everyday moments and the beauty found in ordinary life. Her modern figurative style emphasizes simplicity and emotional depth, often portraying people in reflective or introspective states to explore personal and universal truths.
Her studio at Kronborg Castle is open to visitors, welcoming inquiries regarding commissions, pricing, and gallery shows.
See more from Birgitte Krüger →
The collaboration is already in motion, and we’re looking forward to sharing the full story soon.
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