Croatian National Theatre, Zagreb

Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb
Hrvatsko narodno kazalište u Zagrebu
HNK Zagreb
Croatian National Theatre building in Zagreb
Interactive map of Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb
Address15 Republic of Croatia Square
Zagreb
Croatia
OwnerRepublic of Croatia (51 %)
City of Zagreb (49 %)
Capacity715
TypeNational theatre, opera and ballet house
Construction
Broke ground22 May 1894
Opened14 October 1895
Renovated1937
1967–1969
ArchitectFellner & Helmer
Website
www.hnk.hr

The Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb (Croatian: Hrvatsko narodno kazalište u Zagrebu), commonly referred to as HNK Zagreb (pronounced [xa en ka]), is a theatre, opera, and ballet house in Zagreb. Located on the centre of Republic of Croatia Square, it is the oldest Croatian theatre institution, officially opening on 24 November 1860. With its bright yellow facade, it is one of the most famous landmarks of the city of Zagreb. As the central national theatre, the Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb nurtures a diverse programme. Apart from staging works by domestic authors, performs works from the classical, modern, and contemporary world repertoire. It is one of seven national theatres in the country.

With more than twelve premieres and twenty repeat titles, over 200 and twenty stage performances are performed during the season. The Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb is a member of the international network Opera Europa, the FEDORA platform and the European Theatre Convention.