Teatr Groteska, Puppet and mask theater in Kraków, Poland.
Teatr Groteska is a puppet and mask theater in Kraków located on Skarbowa Street with a deep stage and auditorium seating arranged in a lyrical pattern. The building accommodates various performance types and experimental stagings.
The theater was founded in 1945 by artists Zofia and Władysław Jarema as a puppet theater before later expanding into broader artistic forms. This early focus on puppetry evolved into the varied performance approaches seen today.
The theater brings together puppetry, masks, and live actors to reimagine stories from literature and contemporary works. Visitors experience a blend of traditional performing techniques with modern interpretations on stage.
The theater presents shows throughout the year covering various genres and experimental performances. Visitors should plan ahead and check the current schedule before visiting.
The building draws design inspiration from Paris' Théâtre des Champs-Élysées with decorative semi-columns and an archway that emphasize vertical lines. These architectural details create a distinctive visual character.
Location: Kraków
Official opening: 1945
GPS coordinates: 50.06319,19.92658
Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:01
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