# Turkish theater season openings

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/turkish-theater-season-openings
> Updated: 2026-10-25T11:46:06.000Z. Sources: 13. Developments: 2.

Various theater institutions in Turkey have launched their new performance seasons. In Istanbul, the 30th Istanbul Theater Festival, organized by the Istanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts (IKSV), commenced with 17 diverse performances and dance shows scheduled through early December. Concurrently, the Karşıyaka Municipality Theater opened its season with children's productions.

In Ordu, the Ordu Metropolitan Municipality Black Sea Theater (OBBKT) began its 2026-2027 season with the comedy “Yoldan Çıkan Oyun”. The institution plans to feature eight works throughout the season, including new productions and plays for children.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-25: Ordu Metropolitan Municipality Black Sea Theater opens new season

The Ordu Metropolitan Municipality Black Sea Theater launched its 2026-2027 season with the comedy “Yoldan Çıkan Oyun,” featuring eight scheduled productions.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ordu-metropolitan-municipality-black-sea-theater-opens-new-season

### 2026-10-22: Istanbul Theater Festival and Karşıyaka Theater launch new seasons

The 30th Istanbul Theater Festival has launched with international productions, while Karşıyaka Municipality Theater begins its 2026-2027 season with 'Peter Pan.'

11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/30th-istanbul-theatre-festival-begins-in-turkey

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