# Macedonian theatre awards and leadership changes

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/macedonian-theatre-awards-and-leadership-changes
> Updated: 2026-09-30T08:31:55.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Recent developments in the Macedonian theatre scene include significant recognition for veteran performers and leadership changes at major institutions.

Actor Toni Mihajlovski was named the laureate of the 18th St. Joachim Osogovski International Theatre Festival in Kriva Palanka, honoring his three decades of work in Macedonian theatre, film, and television. A formal academy to celebrate his career was scheduled for late September 2026.

Additionally, the Macedonian National Theatre announced that director Nikola Kimovski has appointed actor Jordan Simonov as the institution’s new artistic director. Simonov, whose career began in 1989, is expected to bring extensive experience across various theatrical genres to the role.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-30: Jordan Simonov appointed artistic director of Macedonian National Theatre

Actor Jordan Simonov has been appointed as the new artistic director of the Macedonian National Theatre by director Nikola Kimovski.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jordan-simonov-appointed-artistic-director-of-macedonian-national-theatre

### 2026-09-23: Toni Mihajlovski named laureate of St. Joachim Osogovski Theatre Festival

Actor Toni Mihajlovski has been named the laureate of the 18th St. Joachim Osogovski International Theatre Festival in Kriva Palanka, honoring his decades of work in Macedonian film and theatre.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/toni-mihajlovski-named-laureate-of-st-joachim-osogovski-theatre-festival

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