Craiova International Shakespeare Festival returns from 21 to 31 May 2026, under the theme WILL matters. With 450+ events in 60+ venues, the festival transforms Craiova into an international stage, bringing together artists, audiences and communities through theatre, dance, music, film, exhibitions, workshops and events in both conventional and unconventional spaces.Founded in 1994, the festival has become one of the world’s leading Shakespeare festivals and a major landmark of Romania’s cultural profile. Over the past three decades, Craiova has welcomed renowned artists and companies from over 70 countries, building a strong reputation as a meeting point for major Shakespearean productions, artistic innovation and intercultural dialogue. The 2026 edition continues this legacy while expanding the festival across the city and into everyday life.
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