Lithuanian National Drama Theatre, Vilnius

Lithuanian National Drama Theatre is one of the biggest theaters in Lithuania. Since its establishment in 1940, it has staged over 200 performances. The theater's current repertoire mixes classical and modern theater with material by contemporary Lithuanian playwrights.

The theater was granted the right its current name in 1998, having previously been known as the "Academical" theater. In 2001 the Lithuanian National Drama Theatre became a member of the European Theatre Convention.

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Sight Name: Lithuanian National Drama Theatre
Sight Location: Vilnius, Lithuania
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) containing this sight: City Orientation Walk Gediminas Avenue in Vilnius

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