Janáček Theatre

Brno


This modern performance hall dating from the early 1960s is home to the National Theatre's highly acclaimed opera and ballet companies. Performances are held several times weekly in season; check the website for a current schedule. Buy tickets at the National Theatre box office or at the theatre 45 minutes before a performance.


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