Theatres and cinemas in Sofia
Sofia as city of 7000 years of existence and turbulent history, has a unique atmosphere of its very own. In addition to that, one will find that it is a wonderful city, boasting rich and diverse cultural program.
It provides an ample choice of theatres, concert halls, opera performances and cinemas which ensure that you will have exciting experience, attending a cultural event in Bulgaria’s capital city.
The better you are acquainted with the cultural life of Sofia, encompassing theatres, cinemas and operas, the more pleased you will be with your experience.
In this section of our Sofia Guide you will read about Sofia’s major theatres which worth seeing and their regularly updated programs /refer to the website of each theatre for more comprehensive information/.
In the Spotlight: “Ivan Vazov” National Theatre
Brimming with history and having true authenticity, the National Theatre “Ivan Vazov” is one of the oldest and most beautiful buildings in Sofia city. It also has a wonderfully varied programme of top quality entertainment on offer all year round.
Major Sofia theatres
Aleko Konstantinov Satirical Theatre
Address: Sofia, 26 Stefan Karadja str.
Aleko Konstantinov Satirical Theatre
Balgarska Armia Theatre /Bulgarian Army Theatre/
Address: Sofia, 98 G.S.Rakovski Str.
Bulgarian Army Theatre
Ivan Vazov National Theatre
Address: Sofia, 5 Diakon Ignatii Str.
Ivan Vazov National Theatre
National Opera and Ballet
Address: Sofia, 1 Vrabcha Str.
Read more about National Opera and Ballet
Salza i Smiah New Drama Theatre
Address: Sofia, 127 G. S. Rakovski str.
Read more about Salza i Smiah New Drama Theatre
Sofia Theatre
Address: Sofia, 23A Ianko Sakazov Blvd.
Read more about Sofia Theatre
Zad Kanala Small City Theatre
Address: Sofia, 1 Madrid blvd.
Read more about Zad Kanala Small City Theatre
199 Theatre Valentin Stoichev
199 Theatre Valentin Stoichev
Read more about 199 Theatre Valentin Stoichev
Ariel Theatre – Lidize Hall
Address: Sofia, 16 Liditze Str.
Read more about Ariel Theatre – Lidize Hall
National Music Theatre
Address: Sofia, 3 Panaiot Volov Str.
Read more about National Music Theatre
Sofia cinemas
Arena Cinema /Kino Arena/
Address: Sofia, Mladost 4, Business Park (next to Technopolis)
Cinema City
Cineplex /in City Center Sofia/
Address: Sofia, 2 Arsenalski Blvd.
Lumiere
Address: Sofia, 1 Bulgaria Sqr., National Palace of Culture
Mtel IMAX
Address: Sofia, Mall Sofia, 101 Al. Stambolijski Blvd.
“Ivan Vazov” National Theatre |
The “Ivan Vazov” National Theatre is Bulgaria's biggest theatre, as well as the oldest and most stand out theatre in the country and, additionally, one of the major landmarks of Sofia, the capital city of Bulgaria. National Theatre 'Ivan Vazov' is amongst major landmarks in Sofia due to its prime location and grandiose architecture.