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🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Giota Seremeti: "...the theater is alive and lives in the now..."

The play 'Paradise - The Room is Air-Conditioned' returns for its second year at Theatre 104, directed by Giota Seremeti and presented by the Seven Sisters troupe.

Mar 23 • 08:01 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Who won the Theatre Critics Awards for 2025

The article discusses the winners of the Theatre Critics Awards in Czechia for the year 2025.

Mar 22 • 21:26 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Premiere at the Bavarian State Theatre: 'Marat / Sade' as a Frenzy of the Revolution

The premiere of 'Marat / Sade' at the Bavarian State Theatre explores themes of freedom and equality against the backdrop of the French Revolution.

Mar 22 • 13:57 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Actor Normunds Laizāns: There are still moments that make it worth being in this profession

Actor Normunds Laizāns reflects on his long career and the significance of moments in acting that keep him passionate about his profession.

Mar 22 • 13:40 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Theatrical Critic: The Best Roles and Productions Were Not Nominated This Year

A prominent Estonian theatrical critic expressed disappointment that his favorite productions and performances were overlooked in the annual theater awards nominations.

Mar 22 • 11:05 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Winners of the Little Prince Award are Haide Männamäe and Toomas Tross

Haide Männamäe and Toomas Tross have been awarded the Little Prince Theatre Prize for their dedication to engaging young audiences.

Mar 22 • 08:48 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

About love, including its dark side. National Theatre's play "Ferdinand and Louise"

The National Theatre's play "Ferdinand and Louise" features grand set design and a unique blend of sacred and secular music, pushing the boundaries of traditional theatre.

Mar 22 • 07:14 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Mart Koldits: the pendulum of individualism has swung too far

Mart Koldits from the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre emphasizes the importance of collective development over individualism in his perspective on the arts and education.

Mar 22 • 07:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Artists pay tribute to Juca de Oliveira: 'Talent that couldn't be explained, it was felt'

Tributes pour in for renowned Brazilian artist Juca de Oliveira, highlighting his significant contributions to theatre and the arts.

Mar 22 • 00:40 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

A crowd at Letná sang to celebrate Zdeněk Svěrák's 90th birthday

A large crowd gathered at Letná to sing in celebration of Zdeněk Svěrák's 90th birthday.

Mar 21 • 15:54 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

The 'Tama' of George Christodoulou at the Modern Theatre

The play 'Tama' by George Christodoulou is set to return to Athens after a successful summer run, promising an engaging theatrical experience for audiences.

Mar 21 • 13:05 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

POEM | Heljo Männi "Umbrumalus"

Elss Raidmets, a student from the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre, performs Heljo Männi's poem "Umbrumalus."

Mar 21 • 11:57 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The 'Mūza' nomination awarded in Klaipėda: Solist Rita Petrauskaitė recognized

Rita Petrauskaitė received the 'Mūza' nomination in Klaipėda, acknowledging her contributions to the local theater culture ahead of International Theatre Day.

Mar 21 • 10:41 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

‘RI TE’: desacralizing the untouchable with authority and some laughter

The performance 'RI TE' features artists Israel Galván and Marlene Monteiro Freitas in an engaging and humorous piece that challenges established norms and boundaries.

Mar 21 • 09:25 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The head of the Chekhov Theatre, Dana Bjorka, speaks about the sense of belonging in Latvia's cultural environment and theatre as a facilitator of critical thinking

Dana Bjorka discusses her journey in theatre, balancing her personal life, and the emotional aspects of her artistic expressions while leading the Chekhov Theatre in Latvia.

Mar 21 • 09:16 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Valeria Solarino in the Hypermarket of Annie Ernaux

The article discusses the theatrical adaptation of Annie Ernaux's diary on hypermarkets, featuring actresses Valeria Solarino and Silvia Gallerano.

Mar 21 • 04:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Composer Zane Dombrovska on the journey to her new album: Two years ago I accidentally deleted all the material

Composer Zane Dombrovska discusses her musical journey, the creation of her new album, and the challenges she faced, including accidentally deleting her material two years ago.

Mar 20 • 16:27 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The premiere of Robert Wilson's 'Seven Solitudes' approaches, one of the most awaited cultural events

The premiere of Robert Wilson's 'Seven Solitudes' is set to be a significant event in the artist's legacy, being one of the last works presented after his death.

Mar 20 • 10:44 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The Witty Figaro Will Invade the Stage of the Kaunas State Musical Theatre

A new production of Mozart's "The Marriage of Figaro" will be staged at the Kaunas State Musical Theatre, featuring a local cast and performed in Lithuanian.

Mar 20 • 10:27 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Valle-Rasmus Roots has been awarded the Tõnu Kaljuste scholarship

Valle-Rasmus Roots, a doctoral student at the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre, has received the Tõnu Kaljuste scholarship for his achievements in music and conducting.

Mar 20 • 09:46 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

They Want to Starve and Destroy Us, Says Director of the Theatre Institute Alžbeta Vakulová

The director of the Theatre Institute, Alžbeta Vakulová, announced her resignation amidst significant budget cuts that threaten the institution's future amid plans to celebrate its 65th anniversary.

Mar 20 • 09:29 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Let's go to Piraeus! - Shall we go municipal?

The Municipal Theatre of Piraeus is set to host the 8th consecutive festival "LET'S GO PIRAEUS! - SHALL WE GO MUNICIPAL?" focusing on artistic collaboration and community engagement.

Mar 20 • 06:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

"Romance, conversation and good sex". At 81, a renowned actress reveals what life was like beside her great love

Argentine actress Nora Cárpena reflects on her successful career and personal life in a recent interview.

Mar 20 • 06:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
Life & Tech

REVIEW: The Snowboarders musical writhes around lust. It doesn't go any further

A review discusses the musical 'Snowboarders,' highlighting its themes of lust and the limitations of its narrative.

Mar 19 • 23:11 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

'No to transphobia, no to the red pill movement', says Du Moscovis upon receiving Shell award for actor

Actor Eduardo Moscovis criticized misogyny, homophobia, transphobia, and the red pill movement during his acceptance speech for the Shell Theatre Award.

Mar 19 • 18:32 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Johan Elm's New Production Asks What the True Cost of Being Alive Is

Johan Elm's new play explores the challenges of living with disabilities and the yearning for closeness, care, and love.

Mar 19 • 16:40 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Review: A guest arrives who brings patience and laughter

The article discusses a new theatre production titled 'Mr. Green's Guest' by Jeff Baron, focusing on the humorous and warm interaction between two men.

Mar 19 • 15:30 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

World Day of Children's Theatre: Bring Children to the Theatre!

The article emphasizes the significance of the 'World Day of Children's Theatre' in encouraging children to attend live theater performances.

Mar 19 • 15:15 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

What happened to the life of Noelia Noto, the first Argentine 'Annie'?

Noelia Noto, the first Argentine actress to portray 'Annie', continues her journey from her initial success in 1982 to her recent comeback in Buenos Aires.

Mar 19 • 13:49 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

A Traffic Jam in the Center of Plzeň, Roadworks Will Paralyze the Busy Intersection near the New Theatre

The article discusses upcoming roadworks in Plzeň that will lead to significant traffic disruptions at a key intersection near the New Theatre.

Mar 19 • 13:32 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Valmiera Theatre informs about an event in memory of actor Aigars Vilims

A memorial event for actor Aigars Vilims will take place at Valmiera Theatre on March 26, honoring his contributions and adhering to his own guidelines for the commemorative service.

Mar 19 • 13:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Passion of Christ: VIDEO shows how the unprecedented scene of Jesus ascending to heaven will be

The Society of Theatre of Fazenda Nova has released a video showcasing a new scene where Jesus ascends to heaven in the 2026 Passion of Christ play.

Mar 19 • 11:58 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

This is a gift to the East Side

The Oslo City Council's decision to sell the old Munch Museum on Tøyen has sparked controversy, with accusations of political betrayal from local leaders.

Mar 19 • 10:07 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Ilga Martinsone, long-time actress of Liepaja Theatre, has passed away

Ilga Martinsone, a notable actress at the Liepaja Theatre and a member of the folk ensemble 'Atštaukas', has died at the age of 87.

Mar 19 • 10:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Ilga Martinsone, the long-time actress of the Liepaja Theatre, has died at the age of 87

Ilga Martinsone, a celebrated actress known for her long career at the Liepaja Theatre, has passed away at the age of 87.

Mar 19 • 09:48 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Ayman Mhanna: 'Lebanon has become the theatre for a war between Israel and Iran'

Ayman Mhanna discusses how Lebanon has become a battleground in the conflict between Israel and Iran.

Mar 19 • 07:04 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

If Houellebecq Were Just a Cold Cynic, I Wouldn't Read Him, Says Tomáš Ráliš About the Adaptation of the Novel Destroy

Director Tomáš Ráliš has premiered an adaptation of Michel Houellebecq's controversial novel 'Destroy' at the Komedie Theatre in Prague.

Mar 19 • 05:30 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Dance company takes over bowling alley to defy assumptions about disability

Restless Dance Theatre challenges perceptions of disability with its performance 'Guttered' in a bowling alley, emphasizing the importance of allowing individuals to take risks and fail to foster growth.

Mar 18 • 23:11 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Kharkiv's opera and ballet theatre performances continue despite war

Kharkiv's opera and ballet theatre continues to stage performances amid ongoing bombing, reflecting the city's resilience.

Mar 18 • 19:41 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Premiere of "The Wall" at the Central Theatre in Munich: A Woman Finds Happiness in Solitude

The premiere of "The Wall" features Kathrin von Steinburg in a captivating performance inspired by Marlen Haushofer's novel, exploring themes of solitude and happiness.

Mar 18 • 14:28 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Gillian Anderson to get ‘in the ring’ with Billy Crudup for Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? in London

Gillian Anderson is set to star alongside Billy Crudup in a West End revival of the classic play "Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?" directed by Marianne Elliott.

Mar 18 • 12:11 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

How Many Activists Fit in an Aquarium?

The article discusses the premiere of 'Endless Summer,' a play by Priit Põldma that tells the story of four climate activists navigating life over a decade.

Mar 18 • 10:45 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
Life & Tech

REVIEW: The Avant-Garde Dance Evening at the National Theatre is Lyrical, Exciting, and Breathtaking

The dance evening at the National Theatre showcases avant-garde performances that enchant and excite the audience.

Mar 18 • 10:02 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Johhan Rosenberg's play 'Öömaaeg' premieres at Von Krahli Theatre

The play 'Öömaaeg' directed by Johhan Rosenberg will premiere on April 8 at Von Krahli Theatre in collaboration with Elektron.art.

Mar 18 • 09:48 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Theatre must be performed outside of theatres

The article discusses the immersive experience of watching plays in unconventional venues like prisons and cemeteries, exemplifying a performance about the anarchist Salvador Puig Antich.

Mar 18 • 08:42 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Willem Dafoe Writes the Message for World Theatre Day 2026

The International Theatre Institute has selected American actor Willem Dafoe to write the message for World Theatre Day 2026.

Mar 18 • 07:16 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Ghost in the Machine

The Municipal Theatre of Piraeus presents 'Ghost in the Machine', a unique walking and artistic intervention conceived by artist George Drivas.

Mar 18 • 07:01 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The Actor from Teatro Oficina Takes Gregório de Matos to Book and Prisons of the Country

Ricardo Bittencourt's monologue 'Boca a Boca - Um Solo para Gregório' will be published as a book and he will also conduct theatre workshops in prisons as part of a rehabilitation project.

Mar 17 • 21:05 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
Life & Tech

This 'tender and dark' comedy might inspire you to quit your job

A new play titled 'Do Not Pass Go' explores the melancholic absurdity of workplace culture, potentially inspiring audiences to reconsider their jobs.

Mar 17 • 18:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

David Walliams suffers fresh blow with tour shows axed after being dropped by publisher

David Walliams' upcoming tour shows have been cancelled following his removal from his publishing deal amidst ongoing controversies.

Mar 17 • 17:00 UTC

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