Start of the "Varna Summer" ITF: Stars, premieres, and theatrical events

01.06.2026 | Region

The "Varna Summer" International Theatre Festival begins its 34th edition with a rich program. See the highlights, key performances, and meetings of the forum until June 11.

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Start of the 34th edition of the "Varna Summer" International Theatre Festival

The "Varna Summer" International Theatre Festival officially opens its doors, offering the audience a selection of the best Bulgarian achievements and international guest performances.

The program includes large-scale dramatic productions, as well as puppet shows, exhibitions, and discussion forums.

Highlights in the program

Parallel events

The festival includes the exhibition "80 Years of Scenography" at the National Academy of Art, the conference "Archives and the Theatre", and a roundtable on festival collaborations with the participation of the Minister of Culture, Evtim Miloshev. On June 10, the 100th anniversary of the "Varna Summer" International Music Festival will also be celebrated with a concert by Vasko Vassilev.