Theatres and Arts

Košice’s cultural scene centers on the Neo-Baroque State Theatre and the East Slovak Gallery, the nation's first regional art museum. The city hosts specialized venues like the Romathan theatre, the only professional Roma ensemble in Slovakia, and the Thália theatre, which serves the Hungarian minority. Musical performances are held in the Dom umenia, a 1920s Neologue synagogue that now serves as the home for the State Philharmonic Orchestra.

East Slovak Art Gallery

The East Slovak Gallery, established in 1951, was the first regional gallery in Slovakia.

State Theatre Košice

The National Theatre Košice is situated in the centre of Košice, Slovakia.

Puppet Theatre Kosice

A great place to take your children. The traditional Slovak art of puppetry comes alive in this lovely theatre.

Štátna filharmónia Košice

Founded in 1968, this is Slovakia's second professional philharmonic orchestra. It hosts regular symphonic concerts and the Košice Music Spring International Festival.

Thália

A professional theatre established in 1969 that performs plays and musicals primarily for the Hungarian minority in Slovakia.

Dom umenia

A former Neologue synagogue built between 1926 and 1927. The building now serves as a major concert hall and the seat of the State Philharmonic.

Romathan

Established in 1992, this is the only professional Roma minority theatre in Slovakia, featuring performances that combine drama, music, and traditional dance.