Theatres and opera in central Katowice: the Silesian Theatre, Ateneum Theatre, Teatr Bez Sceny and the historic Rialto Cinema-Theatre from 1913.
Four stages in the very centre of Katowice, from the largest drama stage in Upper Silesia to a puppet theatre. Good for an evening for two and for a rainy day.
Which theatre in central Katowice to go to?
The largest drama stage in Upper Silesia is the Stanisław Wyspiański Silesian Theatre, in a neo-Classical building from 1907 at Rynek 10, listed as a monument. Young audiences have the Ateneum Theatre, officially the Silesian Puppet and Actor Theatre, working since 1945 at św. Jana 10, with a repertoire aimed at the youngest.
The Teatr Bez Sceny, founded in 1997 at 3 Maja 11, has an intimate character, with Polish and world drama in which contemporary comedies and dramas dominate. At św. Jana 24 works the Rialto Cinema-Theatre, with a Classicist facade, since 1913, today an arthouse cinema with concerts and performances. To fill the rest of an evening, use historic sights in Śródmieście, museums and the district page, Śródmieście; stages beyond Katowice are gathered in theatres and opera in Silesia.
Frequently asked questions
Which theatre in Katowice is for children?
The Ateneum, a puppet and actor theatre that has operated since 1945 and stages plays for children.
Does the Rialto Cinema-Theatre show only films?
No. It is an arthouse cinema that also hosts concerts and performances.