Croatian National Theatre facade
Croatian National Theatre facade

Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb

Trg Republike Hrvatske 15
10000 Zagreb
Croatia

The Croatian National Theatre (CNT) in Zagreb is the central and the oldest theatre institution in Croatia, with three ensembles: opera, drama and ballet. As the central national theatre, the CNT in Zagreb offers a diverse programme and stages works by Croatian authors alongside classical, modern and contemporary repertoire from around the world.

With over 12 premieres and 20 revivals, the theatre gives more than 220 performances annually. The Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb has an international reputation, with three permanent ensembles invited abroad and asked to host international productions and artists in Zagreb. The theatre significantly contributes to the cultural life of the city with its programme that attracts audiences from all over Croatia. The CNT in Zagreb participates in international projects, contributes as a partner to programmes financed by the European Union and collaborates with prominent foreign cultural institutions.