Dailes teātris

Dailes teātris is the largest professional theatre in the Baltic States, with a history and traditions stretching back over a century. The artistic vision and drive of the theatre were created by its founder, the legendary director Eduards Smiļģis whose dynamic style shaped the theatre for more than 40 years. His aesthetic was based on what was, for his time, a bold and radical style of visual expression. Today that tradition continues, with new innovations and aesthetic challenges driving the artistic direction of the theatre. Every season, an audience of 200,000 watches a variety of productions staged in the Main Hall or the Black Box - the New Hall. Existing performances are complemented by around 8 new performances every year. Productions showcase stage design, props, and costumes that have been custom-made in our own on-site workshops.