[4][5] In 1951, the theatre was demolished and the reconstruction was entrusted to the architect Paul Bonduelle and the decorator Stéphane Jasinski.

If the theatre hall kept its Italianate-style appearance with its red and gold velvet, the restoration was carried out so that the 850 seats would be front-facing for the spectator's comfort.

[4][7] Since 1953, it has been possible to attend performances there of the Compagnie des Galeries, which was founded by Jean-Pierre Rey and is subsidised by the French Community of Belgium.

Iconic actors such as Christiane Lenain, Jacques Lippe and Ania Guedroitz took part in that performance, which was broadcast in Belgium and abroad.

[9] The Théâtre des Galeries retains its image as an entertainment theatre, with many contemporary authors included in its programming.