Actors at the National Theatre in Serbia have publicly accused the management of financial mismanagement, reputational damage, pressure, threats, and mobbing, appealing to the Prime Minister for a resolution.

The Croatian National Theatre (HNK) in Split has hired Barbara Marković, a member of the HDZ party, as its new spokesperson without a public tender, citing an 'extraordinary situation' for the direct appointment.

The National Theatre Sarajevo announced the cancellation of the play "Uhvati zeca" (Catch the Rabbit), which was scheduled for April 9th.

The acclaimed play 'Naličje,' an original project by director Boris Liješević from the Montenegrin National Theatre, secured the Grand Prix at the '5RE' Theater Festival in Veles. Aleksandar Radulović also received an award for best male role, marking a triple triumph for the production.

Giacomo Puccini's opera "Turandot" premiered at the Croatian National Theatre Ivan pl. Zajc in Rijeka, receiving prolonged standing ovations from the audience for its performers and creative team.

Employees and actors at the National Theatre in Belgrade are reportedly facing increasing blackmail, dismissals, and pressure, prompting the Singlus Union and a portion of the staff to speak out publicly.

The contemporary drama 'Na slovo F,' written by Lejla Kalamujić and directed by Iva Milošević, is scheduled for performance at the National Theatre in Sarajevo on April 8.

The Montenegrin National Theatre (CNP) will hold a commemoration for Božo Koprivica tomorrow at 12 PM. The event will honor his contributions.

The National Theatre Brno is preparing to stage Georg Friedrich Händel's baroque opera "Agrippina," a story of intrigue and lies set in ancient Rome, which has not been performed on the Brno stage before.

The Montenegrin National Theatre (CNP) play "Naličje" (The Other Side), an original project by Boris Liješević, is set to tour in North Macedonia, with performances in Veles and Skopje.

The National Theatre in Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina, has announced a dynamic and diverse repertoire for April, featuring comedies, children's programs, guest performances, and premieres, including a performance of 'Ježeva kućica' (Hedgehog's House) on April 4th.

Sparkasse Bank BiH and the Sarajevo Philharmonic will host two free concerts of the symphonic fairy tale 'Peter and the Wolf' for children on April 10, 2026, at the National Theatre Sarajevo.

The upcoming edition of the Sibiu International Theatre Festival is set to host an exhibition dedicated to the works of artist Ștefan Câlția.

Stelios Kalogeropoulos, the actor known for his role as 'Kitsos' in the legendary ERT series 'Oi Pantheoi', has passed away. He was an honors graduate of the National Theatre's Drama School.

The dramatic play "Sarajevo Merchant," based on the Sarajevo Haggadah and authored by Igor Štiks, will be performed at the National Theatre Sarajevo on Thursday.

International Theatre Day was celebrated in Baku with a festive event, featuring various performances and activities.

On International Theatre Day, the Lithuanian Association of Stage Art Critics (SMKA) announced the laureates of the "Teksto rakto" and "Meno rakto" awards, recognizing achievements in theatre criticism and stage art.

On World Theatre Day, the National Theatre will offer live broadcasts of its performances, including Anton Chekhov's 'The Cherry Orchard.' This initiative aims to celebrate theatre and make performances accessible to a wider audience.

The contemporary dramatic play 'Na slovo F' (On the letter F), written by Lejla Kalamujić and directed by Iva Milošević, is scheduled for performance on March 28th at the National Theatre Sarajevo.

The Croatian National Theatre Mostar is preparing for the premiere of 'The Bald Soprano' (Ćelava pjevačica), a classic of absurd theatre based on the text by Eugène Ionesco.

The National Moravian-Silesian Theatre will transform a former golf driving range at the Černá louka exhibition grounds into a multifunctional space, including a studio stage and rehearsal room, at a cost of 410 million Czech crowns.

The Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb will mark World Theatre Day on March 27 with a rich program for its audience, including performances of 'Zastave' and 'Cabaret'.

The Macedonian National Theatre is hosting 'Actors Sing,' a program dedicated to Macedonian music, offering audiences a unique interpretation of well-known songs by actors.

Giacomo Puccini's final opera, 'Turandot,' is set to premiere at the Croatian National Theatre Ivan pl. Zajc in Rijeka on Tuesday, April 7, marking its return to the stage after a 32-year absence.

Latvian National Theatre actor Normunds Laizāns, with over thirty years in the profession, discusses his career and his latest work, the mono-performance 'Zīda čūska,' a personal story about a man's self-discovery.

The Executive Council of the International Theatre Institute has chosen the distinguished and internationally recognized American actor Willem Dafoe this year to write the Message for...

Rialto Theatre in Limassol opens April with a symphony concert and closes it with jazz, with National Theatre Live’s Hamlet and the 24th Cyprus Film Days International Festival filling the weeks in…

When Indhu Rubasingham brought Shabana Azmi to the National Theatre stage in 2000 for Tanika Gupta’s play “The Waiting Room,” the institution was caught off guard.

You shoot your voice out like a ray gun, then the director asks you to balance a small chaise lounge over your head. We looked at how the Miskolc National Theatre stages an opera.

The British stage veteran acted for Laurence Olivier at the National Theatre and with the Royal Shakespeare Company. She returned to acting after suffering a cerebral hemorrhage in 2000.

For the first time since its premiere on May 28, 2025, the play by the National Theatre Priština, based in Gračanica, was performed outside of Kosovo and Metohija this week.

Sarajevo was the host last night of one of the world's most famous crime classics, "Murder on the Orient Express," a work by the legendary writer Agatha Christie.

Tomorrow, the famous classic "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie, adapted by Ken L, will premiere on the stage of the National Theatre of Sarajevo.

The premiere of the drama "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie, adapted by Ken Ludwig and directed by Andrej Cvetanovski, will be performed tomorrow at the National Theatre Sarajevo.

The long-awaited premiere of the play "The Mayor or This is a Play about Mujaga Komadina" was held last night in the packed hall of the National Theatre in Mostar.

The funds recovery followed a 2009 petition by the former General Manager and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Theatre, Kabir Yusuf, against Benjamin Apugo and others. The post EFCC returns stolen N279m to Wole Soyinka centre for culture in Lagos appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The National Theatre Sarajevo is premiering a theatrical adaptation of the novel 'Murder on the Orient Express' by the famous author Agatha Christie, adapted...

Actors, actresses, and other members of the Serbian National Theatre (SNP) have released a video supporting student Vukašin Đinović and his mother, who were denied entry to a Hungarian concert last night...

There are names that instantly open the door to the world of great art. Fanny Ardant is one of them.

The National Theatre's small stage will transform into a magical sensory world for the youngest audiences in the coming months when the theatre group Miðnætti premieres a brand new Icelandic children's show with original music.

On the occasion of the solemn celebration of the hundredth anniversary of its premiere, the operetta "Mala Floramye" by Split composer Ivo Tijardović was performed tonight in a packed National Theatre Sarajevo.

One of the most popular works in the region, "Mala Floramye" by composer Ivo Tijardović, returns to the stage of the National Theatre Sarajevo, bringing the spirit of Split.

An interpretation of Rūdolfs Blaumanis' play "Ugunī" directed by Inese Mičule is expected at the Latvian National Theatre.

Ghanaians aged 60 and above will receive free admission to the opening night of the stage play “I Told You So!” on March 5, 2026, a collaboration between Fiifi Coleman Productions, the National Theatre of Ghana, and the National Film Authority.

The National Theatre in Niš abruptly canceled the sold-out play 'Once Upon a Time in Brijuni,' directed by Kokan Mladenović, with indications suggesting the decision was influenced by city councilor for culture, Ivana Cvetković.

A new mural honoring actress Zdravka Krstulović has been installed near the Croatian National Theatre in Split, replacing one previously painted over by the Torcida fan group.

Clint Dyer, former deputy artistic director of the UK’s National Theatre, is set to direct three vital American plays in the West End, featuring all-black casts, including 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest'.

The monograph "Dursum Design" by Branko Dursum was promoted in a festive atmosphere at the National Theatre in Sarajevo.

Actors from the National Theatre in Belgrade are accusing the management of financial losses, damaging the theater's reputation, and subjecting employees to pressure, threats, and mobbing, calling for a meeting with the prime minister.

The 23rd Belgrade Dance Festival concluded with a highly acclaimed performance by Aterballetto, whose piece 'Morricone's Night' received strong ovations from a full house at the Serbian National Theatre.

Following a sold-out concert in Zrenjanin, world-renowned rock vocalist Ronnie Romero is set to perform for the Novi Sad audience on the grand stage of the Serbian National Theatre.

Latvian scenographer and artist Reinis Dzudzilo aims to disrupt the existing world order in his works, allowing familiar things to be seen in a new light. His latest creation is on display at the Latvian National Theatre.

The 23rd Belgrade Dance Festival concludes tonight with a spectacular performance by the renowned Aterballetto from Reggio Emilia. They will present "Morricone's Night," choreographed by Spanish artist Marcos Morau, on the grand stage of the Serbian National Theatre in Novi Sad.

The Latvian National Theatre has announced its third competition for play ideas, aiming to foster the development of contemporary Latvian dramaturgy and discover new authors.

The Dubai National Theatre is undergoing a '2026 reset' aimed at increasing youth participation, improving access, and providing more stage time for performers.

The Montenegrin National Theatre's original play 'The Other Side,' directed by Boris Liješević, captivated audiences during its performance in North Macedonia.

A new ballet production of "Sleeping Beauty" is set to premiere on April 10th at the Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb, featuring a full cast of dancers from children to principal performers.

The Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb hosted a 'Theater Breakfast' dedicated to the highly anticipated premiere of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's ballet 'Sleeping Beauty,' scheduled for Friday, April 10.

The Latvian National Theatre has revived its Theatre Day concert tradition, with actress Maija Doveika's portrayal of Ilze Auzere being particularly popular in the first series. This article provides an overview of recent theatre news.

This article reviews the production of Henrik Ibsen's Heda Gabler, directed by Viktor Bodó, at the National Theatre in Prague's Estates Theatre, discussing its merits for potential audiences.

A special screening of Shakespeare's 'Hamlet,' directed by Robert Hastie of London's National Theatre, is scheduled for one night only in Limassol, Cyprus, presented by Rialto Theatre in collaboration with National Theatre Live.

The Croatian National Theatre in Split premiered its new ballet 'Adamova Giselle' on March 27, but the event highlights a broader issue of a lack of young male dancers in professional ballet across Croatia.

The Lithuanian National Drama Theatre held an awards ceremony to recognize its actors for their outstanding performances during the season, coinciding with International Theatre Day. Other LNDT staff also received recognition.

During the 'Golden Stage Crosses' ceremony on International Theatre Day in Lithuania, an 'disrespectful statement' caused a strong negative reaction from the audience, who reportedly 'roared' in disapproval.

A power outage occurred during a concert by renowned violinist Ray Chen with Amsterdam Sinfonietta at the National Theatre of Opera and Ballet in Tirana, interrupting the performance after Bela Bartok's piece.

Tickets are soon to be released for a new series of 12 performances of "Faust," directed by Silviu Purcărete and staged by the Radu Stanca National Theatre in Sibiu. After 18 years and 300 performances, the play remains one of Romania's most sought-after cultural events.

Halkbank has announced its partnership with the Macedonian National Theatre, providing financial support and promoting joint initiatives under the slogan "Culture is Important."

Former Moldovan Minister of Culture Boris Focșa, who was involved in a 2013 criminal case, recently participated in a competition for the director position of the National Theatre in Timișoara, reportedly astonishing the commission.

Ada Lupu Hausvater has won the management project competition for the 'I.L. Caragiale' National Theatre in Bucharest, becoming its first general manager chosen through competition after the death of Ion C.

The New Scene of the National Theatre in Prague is set to undergo a comprehensive 1.8 billion Czech Koruna reconstruction, promising a modern hall and new facilities over two years.

The play 'Offline,' which explores the digital age, hate speech, and divisions, is set to premiere on March 27th at the Bosnian National Theatre in Zenica.

The Crystal Wing 2025 awards ceremony recognized ten prominent personalities and an extraordinary laureate in various categories, including scientists, artists, entrepreneurs, and philanthropists, at the Slovak National Theatre.

The Day of Remembrance of March 17, 2004 - the "March Pogrom" of Serbs in Kosovo was marked tonight at the National Theatre in Belgrade with a State commemorative academy.

The ballet 'Cinderella' by the Croatian National Theatre Ivan pl. Zajc Rijeka achieved great success during its guest performance in Sardinia. The performance was given to full houses at the theaters in Sassari on March 13 and on the 14th and 15th.

Olivier Award winner Hiran Abeysekera will play Mowgli in a new stage adaptation of “The Jungle Book” at London’s National Theatre, with “The Father and the Assassin” playwright Anupama Chandrasekhar…

Selma Efendić, a ballerina from the National Theatre of Sarajevo, has been invited to SNG Maribor to participate in the ballet classic "Swan Lake," choreographed by Valerij Kovtun.

The National Theatre Sarajevo has enabled an additional performance of the crime classic "Murder on the Orient Express", a work by the legendary writer Agatha Christie, in the Hollywood adaptation by Ken Ludwig, directed by…

Last Friday, March 6, a new drama ballet by Valentina Turcu, based on the motifs of the play A Streetcar Named Desire..., premiered in the Ondine Otta Klasinc Hall of the Slovenian National Theatre in Maribor.

Sarajevo was tonight the host of one of the world's most famous crime classics, "Murder on the Orient Express", a work by the legendary writer Agatha Christie, in a Hollywood adaptation by Ken Ludwig,...

The National Theatre Sarajevo brings us a theatrical performance of Agatha Christie's famous classic "Murder on the Orient Express", directed by Andrej Cvetanovski.

The Singlus Actors' Union of the National Theatre has filed a lawsuit against Nikola Selaković, Dragoslav Bokan, and Dragoljub Bajić with the Prosecutor's Office for Organized Crime.

The play "Murder on the Orient Express" will premiere on March 10th at the National Theatre Sarajevo.

The National Theatre Mostar brings us a story about one of the most famous mayors of Mostar - Mujaga Komadina, a personality who left a strong mark.

Back for the third year is the Cyprus International Theatre Festival, and its productions and parallel actions are already filling Limassol’s cultural agenda.

Students involved in the blockade of the Faculty of Philosophy in Novi Sad reported that their colleague Vukašin Đinović and his mother were denied entry to the Serbian National Theatre, with their tickets confiscated.

Minister of Culture Martina Šimkovičová appointed Zuzana Ťapáková as the new general director of the Slovak National Theatre. She begins a five-year term.

The National Moravian-Silesian Theatre in Ostrava will premiere the chamber drama 'God' on Saturday.

The operetta 'Mala Floramye', directed by Ivan Leo Lemo, returns to the stage of the National Theatre Sarajevo after three years, on the occasion of the hundredth anniversary of its premiere.

"Mala Floramye" is coming back to life on the Sarajevo stage. The operetta by Split composer Ivo Tijardović is preparing for its return to the National Theatre Sarajevo three years after its last performance, and…

A new mural dedicated to actress Zdravka Krstulović, created by painter Josipa Krolo, was unveiled in Split near the Croatian National Theatre, replacing a previous one destroyed in December 2025.

The Latvian government has approved the Ministry of Culture's proposal to postpone the construction and commissioning of the Latvian National Theatre annex in Riga until October 9, 2036.

The National Theatre in Niš abruptly canceled a sold-out performance of 'Once Upon a Time in Brijuni', directed by Kokan Mladenović, with indications that a city councilor for culture influenced the decision.

Multiple police vehicles and officers have been deployed in the center of Novi Sad, Serbia, ahead of a planned student gathering in front of the Serbian National Theatre.

A NASS panel has urged for improved utilization of the National Theatre, stating that the center is not operating at its full potential as a revenue-generating cultural and tourism asset.

A magnificent new production of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's beloved ballet 'Sleeping Beauty' premiered to an enthusiastic audience at the Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb.

The 'Jumppatytöt' performance, aiming to promote a healthier coaching culture in rhythmic gymnastics, is attracting international curators to the Finnish National Theatre.

Actors Tanja Kochovska and Toni Mihajlovski from the Macedonian National Theatre have received awards at two different festivals. Toni Mihajlovski was named best actor at the 30th "Actor's Festivities – Milivoje Živanović" festival in Požarevac.

The Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb will host a gala performance of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's ballet 'Sleeping Beauty' in April 2026. The event will feature prominent artists from Milan's Teatro alla Scala.

A Slovak article discusses the challenges of defending public institutions in times of crisis, drawing lessons from events at the Slovak National Theatre and Slovak National Gallery. It explores when to resist and when to withdraw from such situations.

Actor Nenad Hadži Maričić declared that the employees of the National Theatre are fighting not just for their working conditions but for public interest, freedom of speech, and the right to strike, urging the Prime Minister to intervene.

Actor Darko Tomović, president of the SIinglus Union, has publicly stated that mobbing is occurring in the National Theatre in Serbia, with daily reports of incidents.

The monograph "Dursum Design" by Branko Dursum will be officially promoted on April 10th at the National Theatre in Sarajevo.

The award-winning play "Naličje" (The Other Side) by the Montenegrin National Theatre, directed by Boris Liješević, was performed to ovations in Skopje, North Macedonia.

Director Nebojša Bradić discusses the premiere of 'Love in the Circus,' a play based on the works of Ivo Andrić, which marks the 80th anniversary of the Kruševac National Theatre.

The Rialto Theatre in Limassol will host a screening of National Theatre Live’s acclaimed production of Hamlet this Saturday, April 4, featuring Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera in the lead role.

The Rialto Theatre in Limassol, Cyprus, has unveiled its eventful cultural program for April, featuring classical music, plays from London’s National Theatre, an anticipated film festival, and a pre-Easter orchestral requiem.

The Macedonian National Theatre is bringing back Aleksandar Popovski's "Amadeus" play, originally from the Maribor Theatre, a pseudobiographical comedic drama about Mozart.

The National Theatre's shop is offering unique handmade Easter candles and original gifts, all crafted in the theatre's wardrobe using materials from theatrical costumes.

The annual performance of "Chipollino" by the "Princess Ksenija" ballet school at the Montenegrin National Theatre showcased the dedication of young ballerinas and continued a long-standing tradition.

The premiere of 'Giselle' by the Novi Sad Ballet at the Serbian National Theatre has been lauded as a memorable and triumphant success, making history in Serbian ballet and theatre.

On International Theatre Day, guests gathered for the prestigious "Golden Stage Crosses" ceremony in Lithuania, showcasing elegance and anticipation on the red carpet at the Youth Theatre.

International Theatre Day is being celebrated, inviting people to explore the scenography and theatre costumes of Ludolf Liberts and to stage their own theatrical performances.

Ilija Subotić, director of the Montenegrin National Theatre, was a guest on a morning program to discuss World Theatre Day and the extent of freedom in theatre.

Sean O'Casey's iconic play 'The Plough and the Stars' has returned to the stage of the Abbey Theatre in Dublin, marking 100 years since its controversial premiere at Ireland's National Theatre.

The New Stage of the National Theatre in Prague has begun an extensive reconstruction project, estimated to cost two billion Czech crowns, which will include a new multifunctional hall while preserving its iconic glass facade.

The Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb has announced the premiere of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's ballet 'Sleeping Beauty' for April 10, 2026, featuring a new production choreographed by Paul Chalmer.

Bojana Stefanović, an actress from the National Theatre in Belgrade, has been awarded the "Vitomir Bogić" prize for her outstanding radio drama performance in the 2024 and 2025 seasons.

Montenegro is bidding farewell to Božo Koprivica, a renowned writer and dramaturg and honorary member of the Montenegrin National Theatre, who passed away in Belgrade on March 20 at the age of 76.

Actors of the National Theatre in Belgrade held a warning strike after a performance, receiving a standing ovation and shouts of "Bravo" from the supportive audience.

A ceremonial session of the City Council was held today at the Bosnian National Theatre Zenica on the occasion of Zenica Day, the city celebrating its 590th anniversary.

Three stars of the National Theatre in Belgrade, including Aleksandar Srećković Kubura, came on stage after the performance on Sunday and announced a 60-minute warning strike due to everything that...

The Croatian National Theatre (HNK) Mostar is preparing the premiere of the play "The Bald Soprano," based on the text of one of the most important absurdist theatre authors.

The third edition of the Ghana Dance Awards is scheduled for April 18, 2026, at the National Theatre in Accra to celebrate Ghanaian dancers who have excelled over the past year.

The play "Tebe ljubi duša moja" by author and director Haris Pašović, which Kamerni teatar 55 realized in cooperation with East West Center Sarajevo, National Theatre Sarajevo, and Sarajevo War...

Gorski Matović, the sole individual arrested in connection with the attack on students on February 16 in front of the Serbian National Theatre in Novi Sad, has been released from custody.

The comic opera in four acts "The Marriage of Figaro" by composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, accompanied by the Sarajevo Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by maestra Ana Zorana Brajović, directed by Ivan Leo Lemo,...

Actor Hadži Nenad Maričić discussed the criminal complaint filed by the National Theatre actors' union against Nikola Selaković, Dragoslav Bokan, and Dragoljub Bajić, stating that the complaint seeks to establish responsibility for the closure of the National Theatre, an event he notes has only…

Sarajevo will once again be marked by top artistic music from May 18 to 26, 2026, when the 32nd season of Sarajevo Music Evenings - SVEM will be held.

Numerous women marked International Women's Day in Split on Sunday at noon, first in front of the Croatian National Theatre building, where speeches were held, and later with a march through the city streets, carrying numerous banners...

The story of one of Mostar's most famous mayors has arrived on the theatrical stage. The premiere of the play is tonight at 8 PM at the Mostar National Theatre.

An incident in Novi Sad, where police and 'Kobre' units were deployed outside the Serbian National Theatre during a violin concert, is seen as an example of the state showing fear of students.

The acting ensemble of the Novi Sad Serbian National Theatre (SNP) reacted with a social media post, a day after members of the Cobra unit...

"Coincidences are the engine of all art," said actress Martina Preissová in a recent interview, in which she celebrated her life jubilee and a quarter of a century on the stage of the National Theatre.

Parts from the canopy at the entrance to the Serbian National Theatre in Novi Sad fell today, Beta's reporter from the scene reports.

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The operetta 'Mala Floramye' by Split composer Ivo Tijardović returns to the stage of the National Theatre Sarajevo after three years, on the occasion of its hundredth anniversary.

Indhu Rubasingham calls in Jennie Lee lecture for renewed commitment to creative risk and new writing The National Theatre’s artistic director, Indhu Rubasingham, has said that “conservative”…

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Settlement Centre of Iceland in Borgarnes, the National Theatre and the Centre are collaborating on a new solo play, written and performed by Unnur Ösp Stefánsdóttir, based on Halldór Laxness's novel 'Salka Valka'.

George Skampardonis' latest novel, 'Sun with Bayonets,' is being adapted into a theatrical production by the National Theatre of Northern Greece, with first photos from rehearsals released.

A large number of SNS supporters gathered in front of the Serbian National Theatre in Novi Sad, while students and citizens also held protests at the same location.

The Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb is set to premiere Giuseppe Verdi's opera 'Aida' on February 27, a work originally commissioned for the opening of the Suez Canal.