'Beyond the black box and the white cube' introduces new and fresh ways of thinking about cultural institutions and their architecture. This book is a passionate plea for distinct and innovative museums and theaters that draw large and diverse audiences. 'Beyond the black box and the white cube' is made possible by The Netherlands Architecture Fund and was covered in the major Dutch newspapers. Directors, board members, funders, architects and aficionados of the performing and visual arts – all should read this book. "This important book shows that we can and must do it differently" (Jan Zoet, executive director Rotterdamse Schouwburg). "A must to get inspired." (Edwin Jacobs, executive director Centraal Museum).