You will find below the programme of the ETC International Theatre Conference and final STAGES Forum (5-9 November 2025).

Stay tuned as we will reveal the speakers and experts in the coming weeks.

5 November 2025

11:00-12:50

Performance: Siberian Haiku, dir. Valters Sīlis 
Venue: Latvian Puppet Theatre, Main Hall 

14:15-14:30               

Artistic Intervention

 14:30-14:45             

Opening

 14:45-15:30               

Panel Talk: Why Does Green Theatre Still Matter?

 15:30-16:45               

Lightning Talks: Perspectives on Sustainability

 16:45-17:00               

Coffee Break

17:00-17:45               

Presentation of Publications and Results, Recommendation

17:45                          

Closing

18:30-20:20

Performance: Siberian Haiku, dir. Valters Sīlis 
Venue: Latvian Puppet Theatre, Main Hall 


19:00-21:30

Performance: The National Network, dir. Matiss Kaža 
Venue: National Theatre of Latvia, Large Hall  

19:00-19:45

Performance: that's all we can do, dir. Andrejs Jarovojs 
Venue: Ģetrūdes Street Theatre 

19:00- 22:30

Performance: Oracle, dir. Lukašs Tvarkovskis (Łukasz Twarkowski) 
Venue: Dailes Theatre, Hall 

6 November 2025

09:15-09:30              

Artistic Intervention

09:30-09:45              

Welcome

09:45-10:45              

Panel Talk: Making of Sustainable Production

 

10:45-11:15                

STAGES Doughnut Protocol for Theatre & Companies

 

11:00-12:35

Performance: Salmon Stasis, dir. Edgars Kaufelds 
Venue: Latvian Puppet Theatre 

 

11:15-12:15                 

Split Sessions:

  • Theatre Green Book on Productions
  • Theatre Green Book on Buildings
  • STAGES Doughnut Protocol for Theatres

 

12:15-12:30               

Coffee Break

12:30-13:30               

Panel Talk: Restaging and Concept Touring

13:30-13:45               

Official Closing of the STAGES FINAL FORUM

13:45-15:00               

Lunch Break

15:00                          

Stages Productions Showcase

18:00-19:00              

ETC International Theatre Conference Opening Reception

 

18:30-20:25

Performance: The Temple of the Golden Pavilion, dir. Henrijs Arājs 
Venue: National Theatre of Latvia, New Hall 

 

19:00- 22:30

Performance: Oracle, dir. Lukašs Tvarkovskis (Łukasz Twarkowski) 
Venue: Dailes Theatre, Hall 

 

19:00-20:25

Performance:The Seasons. Faux Pas, dir. Andrejs Jarovojs and Kristīne Brīniņa 
Venue: Ģetrūdes Street Theatre 

 

22:00

Informal Meeting with Colleagues and Latvian Artists
Venue: Galerija Istaba
Address: Krišjāņa Barona Street 31B, Riga, 1011, Latvia
No prior registration is required.

7 November 2025

9:30-10:00                

Welcome Address and Keynote Speech

10:00-11:00               

Panel Talk: Stage for Truth. Which Truth?

11:00-11:30                

Coffee Break

11:30-13:00               

Table Talks

13:00-14:30               

Lunch Break

 

13:00-16:30

Performance: The Prodigal Son, dir. Reinis Suhanovs 
Venue: Valmiera Drama Theatre, Round Hall 

 

14:30-15:15                

Networking Exercise

15:15-15:30                

Coffee Break

15:30-16:00               

Break the Mould Session

16:00-16:30               

ETC Theatre Green Book: Attribution Ceremony & Programme Updates

16:30-17:30               

ETC General Assembly (closed session)

 

18:30-20:25

Performance: The Blue One, dir. Māra Ķimele 
Venue: Valmiera Drama Theatre, New Hall 

19:00- 22:30

Performance: Oracle, dir. Lukašs Tvarkovskis (Łukasz Twarkowski) 
Venue: Dailes Theatre, Hall 

19:00

Performance:Accidental Death of an Anarchist, dir. Matīss Kaža 
Venue: Dailes Theatre, New Hall 

22:00

Informal Meeting with Colleagues and Latvian Artists
Venue: Galerija Istaba
Address: Krišjāņa Barona Street 31B, Riga, 1011, Latvia
No prior registration is required.

8 November 2025

10:00-10:30               

Project Pitching

10:30-11:30               

Agora

 

11:00-12:20

Performance: Playthings, dir. Kristīne Brīniņa 
Venue: Latvian Puppet Theatre, Main Hall 

 

11:30-12:00               

Coffee Break

11:45-13:00               

Split Sessions

13:00-14:30               

Lunch Break

 

14:00-15:20

Performance: Playthings, dir. Kristīne Brīniņa 
Venue: Latvian Puppet Theatre, Main Hall 

14:30-16:00               

Peer-to-Peer Session

 

15:00-16:15

Performance: Alfas, dir. Valters Sīlis 
Venue: Dirty Deal Teatro 

 

16:00-16:30               

Coffee Break

16:30-16:45               

Peer-to-Peer Session: Key Takeaways

 

16:45-17:00               

Closing of the ETC International Theatre Conference

 

18:00-22:00

Performance: The Story About Parsifal, dir. Matthias Hartmann 
Venue: New Riga Theatre, Big Stage 

19:00-21:35

Performance: A Midsummer Night's Dream, dir. Viesturs Kairišs 
Venue: Dailes Theatre, Large Hall 

 

20:00-22:30             

Joint Dinner at DIA 36.line
Roberta Hirša Street 1, Riga

 

22:00

Informal Meeting with Colleagues and Latvian Artists
Venue: Galerija Istaba
Address: Krišjāņa Barona Street 31B, Riga, 1011, Latvia
No prior registration is required.

9 November 2025

Morning                    

Guided tour at the Latvian National Museum of Art

  • Maximum number of participants: 25 persons
  • Tour time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Meeting at 10:30 AM at the main entrance of the Latvian National Museum of Art.
  • Address: Jaņa Rozentāla laukums 1, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvija
  • Tour duration: 60 minutes.  Afterwards, it is possible to explore the entire museum.
  • Participation fee: €12. Each participant purchases their ticket individually at the museum ticket office, so we encourage arriving on time.

During the guided tour at the Latvian National Museum of Art, visitors will have the chance to explore some of the museum’s most remarkable artworks, including iconic Latvian paintings, sculptures, and decorative art pieces. The guide will offer in-depth insights into the historical context, artistic movements, and personal stories behind each masterpiece, providing a deeper understanding of Latvia’s rich cultural heritage and artistic legacy.

or

Trip to Jūrmala, Majori

  • Maximum number of participants: 27 persons
  • Tour time: 11:45 AM–1:45 PM
  • Meeting at Dailes Theatre at 10:30 AM.
  • Address: Brīvības iela 75, Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1001
  • Participation fee: free of charge. Individual expenses – lunch, coffee.
  • Departure to Jūrmala at 10:45 AM
  • Free time in Jūrmala: 11:45 AM – 1:45 PM
  • 1:45 PM – meeting at the bus
  • 2:00 PM – departure back to Riga
  • 2:45–3:00 PM – return to Dailes Theatre

If necessary, on the way back the bus can pass through the airport. Please inform us about this at info desk.

Majori is one of the most popular districts of Jūrmala, famous for its picturesque beach, wooden architecture, and vibrant pedestrian street – Jomas Street. Here you can enjoy leisurely walks, visit cozy cafés and restaurants, and explore various cultural and art attractions. Majori offers both relaxation by the sea and the opportunity to experience the historical charm of Jūrmala.

 

12:00-13:15

Performance: The Fault in Our Shame, dir. Elīza Dombrovska 
Venue: Dirty Deal Teatro 

13:30-14:30

Performance: Infinite Flow, dir. Liena Šmukste 
Venue: Eduards Smiļģis Theatre Museum 

15:00-16:50

Performance: King Ubu and Other Monsters, dir. Vladyslav Troyitsky 
Venue: National Theatre of Latvia, Large Hall 

17:00-18:00

Performance: Infinite Flow, dir. Liena Šmukste 
Venue: Eduards Smiļģis Theatre Museum 

18:00-20:10

Performance: Father Silence, dir. Valters Sīlis 
Venue: Ādažu tautas nams 

18:00

Performance: Nachtland, dir. Toms Treinis 
Venue: Dailes Theatre, Large Hall 

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