# Performing arts productions in the Balkans

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/performing-arts-productions-in-the-balkans
> Updated: 2026-09-28T10:21:34.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

Cultural productions are being staged across the Balkan region. In Rijeka, the Croatian National Theatre is performing Puccini’s opera ‘Turandot’, marking its first appearance at the venue in 32 years. Meanwhile, in Belgrade, the play ‘Sledeći put kada dotakneš dno’ has added new performance dates at the Sava Centar Immersive Hall due to high demand.

In Novi Sad, the opera ‘Rigoletto’ is scheduled for performance at the ‘Jovan Đorđević’ Great Stage. Additionally, the film ‘Sentimental Value’ by Norwegian director Joachim Trier is being highlighted.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-28: Cultural highlights: Rigoletto opera in Novi Sad and Joachim Trier’s new film

Cultural updates include the upcoming performances of Verdi’s opera ‘Rigoletto’ in Novi Sad and the release of Joachim Trier’s new family drama film ‘Sentimental Value’.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cultural-highlights-rigoletto-opera-in-novi-sad-and-joachim-triers-new-film

### 2026-09-14: Cultural productions return to stages in Rijeka and Belgrade

Cultural venues in Rijeka and Belgrade announce new performances: HNK Zajc returns with Puccini’s ‘Turandot,’ while Sava Centar adds dates for the acclaimed play ‘Sledeći put kada dotakneš dno.’

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cultural-productions-return-to-stages-in-rijeka-and-belgrade

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