Yücel Culture Foundation Art Center

Yücel Arts Center

A multi-purpose arts and culture venue in the historic heart of Istanbul, offering flexible use for performances, concerts, theatre productions, rehearsals, film screenings, art workshops and shoots.

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An art space open to production within history

Located just 70 metres from Hagia Sophia, Yücel Arts Center stands at the heart of Istanbul's cultural memory. One wall of the venue directly adjoins the historic stone wall of the Basilica Cistern.

This unique setting gives the venue not only a distinctive aesthetic character, but also a powerful atmosphere for events, shoots and artistic productions. With flexible seating, suitable acoustics and a fresh-air-focused ventilation system, it is designed to host a wide range of disciplines.

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Yücel Arts Center offers a flexible and professional venue designed for exhibitions, concerts, theatre, talks, workshops, rehearsals, commercials, TV productions and other cultural and artistic activities.

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Why Yücel Arts Center?

Flexible stage and movable seating for 242 people
A captivating atmosphere beside the historic cistern stone wall
Modern ventilation system supplied with 100% fresh air
Acoustics optimized with sound curtains
Central Sultanahmet location within walking distance of the tram stop, with parking available

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