National Theatre of Warsaw

The National Theatre of Warsaw sits within the Grand Theatre building complex at Theatre Square and presents classic plays along with contemporary productions. The stage features an auditorium with traditional seating and a proscenium that can be adapted for different productions.

King Stanisław August Poniatowski founded the theatre in 1765 as Poland experienced cultural and intellectual reforms. The house reopened after war destruction in 1924 and was made accessible to the public again following further renovations in 1997.

The stage remains a place where Polish drama stands alongside works from other countries, and audiences can experience performances in different staging styles. Actors interpret plays in Polish, so theatergoers hear the language of the performance and perceive the stage presence of the performers directly.

Tickets can be purchased at the theatre box office or through the website, and booking ahead is advisable, especially for premieres and weekend performances. The entrance is located at the main facade of the building, and cloakrooms are in the foyer before entering the auditorium.

Fryderyk Chopin performed his Piano Concerto No. 1 in E minor here publicly for the first time in March 1830 before a Warsaw audience. The concert took place just months before his final departure from Poland and is seen as a major moment in his career.

Location: Warsaw

Inception: 1765

Official opening: 1924

Industry: creative industries

Website: http://narodowy.pl

GPS coordinates: 52.24330,21.00940

Latest update: December 17, 2025 09:49