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Croatian National Theater - Most important information
The Croatian National Theater is the oldest theater institution in Croatia. It is highly appreciated throughout Europe and represents a relevant world-class theater house. Thanks to the vast number of performances and premieres, the Croatian National Theater has a significant cultural and social influence in the city, making it one of the most recognizable buildings in all of Zagreb.
History of the Croatian National Theatre
The Croatian National Theater is a theater institution in Zagreb, founded in November 1860. Its operation was legally established in 1861 when the Parliament of the Triune Kingdom of Croatia, Dalmatia, and Slavonia accepted it as national property under its protection. However, the Croatian National Theater is at least 20 years older. Namely, around 1840, actors from Novi Sad performed a play called Juran and Sofia at the invitation of the Illyrian Reading Room. Later, the folk theater began to grow and develop more and more, and over time it experienced its heyday.
History of the Croatian National Theatre
The Croatian National Theater is a theater institution in Zagreb, founded in November 1860. Its operation was legally established in 1861 when the Parliament of the Triune Kingdom of Croatia, Dalmatia, and Slavonia accepted it as national property under its protection. However, the Croatian National Theater is at least 20 years older. Namely, around 1840, actors from Novi Sad performed a play called Juran and Sofia at the invitation of the Illyrian Reading Room. Later, the folk theater began to grow and develop more and more, and over time it experienced its heyday.
The importance of the Croatian National Theatre
- Many stage performances: the Croatian National Theater in Zagreb nurtures a vibrant repertoire. In addition to works by local authors, the theater also features classical works and works from the world repertoire. Annually, at least twelve premieres are performed in the theater, with twenty reruns resulting in more than 220 performances in the season, which is a considerable number.
- The Croatian National Theater hosts many organizations: For several years now, the Croatian National Theater has been gaining an exceptional reputation among artists and European and world organizations. For several seasons, the theater has been a producer or co-producer of essential projects, such as the World Theater Festival, while regularly performing on world stages.
Opening hours and ticket prices
- Theater opening hours: Theater opening hours depend on the performance itself. The box office is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., where you can get additional information about the repertoire and how to buy tickets.
- Ticket price: Ticket prices depend on the seat and the type of show you are watching. Drama prices range from HRK 100 in the box to HRK 60 on the balcony, while prices for opera or ballet are from HRK 90 to HRK 160. Find out more detailed information on the Croatian National Theater website.
How to get to the Croatian National Theatre?
The Croatian National Theater is on Trg Republike Hrvatske, close to Ban Jelačić Square. It is located in the center of the city and can be reached using transport and easy walking from any part of the city.
The Croatian National Theater is on Trg Republike Hrvatske, close to Ban Jelačić Square. It is located in the center of the city and can be reached using transport and easy walking from any part of the city.
- On foot: The theater can be reached on foot from any direction. From the Gornji grad district, it takes about ten minutes of easy walking through Gundulićeva Street and across Cvetni Trg.
- By bus: The Trg Republike Hrvatske bus stop is near the theater, and lines 32 and 34 run there.
- By tram: Lines 1, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17.
