Theatre festivals held in Medgidia and Iași

Romania is hosting two significant theatre festivals. In Medgidia, the 13th edition of the ‘Tanța și Costel’ National Theatre Festival took place from September 26–27, 2026. The event featured eight troupes from various cities, including Roman, Mediaș, Alba Iulia, Buzău, Lugoj, and Medgidia, presenting a range of productions from children's stories to contemporary comedies.

Simultaneously, the 19th edition of the International Theatre Festival for Young Audiences (FITPTI) is launching in Iași from October 1–8, 2026. Under the theme ‘the society of the spectacle,’ the festival features artists from 20 countries, including Argentina, South Korea, France, and the USA. The event will utilize 25 different venues across the city and includes 18 national exclusives, showcasing both state theaters and independent companies.