Must-see entertainment in Poland
Kraków
Highly regarded local theatre. Most of the productions are in Polish though they also host occasional folk-music jam sessions and English-language…
Gdańsk
This salty warren of crusty old sea hands on Spichlerze Island has a delightfully tumble-down feel. Most nights sailors and their wives just meet up for…
Lublin
This large auditorium stages classical and contemporary music concerts. It’s located about 2km southwest of the Old Town. Buy tickets at the venue box…
Mazovia & Podlasie
One of Poland's best puppet theatres (among just a few!), this venue stages children's shows, such as Pinocchio or Punch & Judy, as well as traditional…
Kraków
Small, alternative theatre located in a former technical school in the industrial suburb of Nowa Huta. Check the website for a current programme. Works…
Kraków
The great thing about IMAX theatres is that you don’t need to understand the words to appreciate the incredible cinematography surrounding you. Some of…
Kraków
Small, student-oriented cinema that's still going strong. Films are shown in their original language, with Polish subtitles. Buy tickets online through…
Kraków
The recital hall of the Kraków Academy of Music. Check the website for upcoming chamber concerts. Also hosts the annual Bach Days music festival.
Warsaw
Located in what was once a meat processing factory, this arts centre hosts a range of events, including live music performances by top local and…
Małopolska
The 'House of Culture' regularly hosts happenings in literature, music, theatre, dance, visual arts and photography. Most events are in Polish.
Lublin
Performances are in Polish, but the puppets of Hans Christian Andersen can be enjoyed in any language. Check the website for show times.
Kraków
Popular arthouse cinema features independent European, Polish and international films that will likely never make it to the multiplex.
Wrocław
Near the centre of town, this theatre stages productions from modern Polish and international playwrights.
Warsaw
The two auditoriums at this old-school cinema screen mainly art-house films from around the globe.
Toruń
Puppet theatre shaped like a huge wooden cabinet, staging a variety of entertaining shows.
Sudetes Mountains
Gives information on cultural events, and screens art-house films.
