The National Theatre of Craiova was founded in 1850. The theatre’s current building, opened in 1973, stands out with a modern architectural line.
With a history of 165 years, the “Marin Sorescu” National Theatre in Craiova is one of the greatest theatres in the world, awarded all over the globe on major international festivals. This theatre is the first one in Eastern Europe to become a member of the European Theatre Convention.