Theatre on Solomianskyi

Kyiv Theatre on Solomianskyi: History and Location

The theatre was founded in 1987 by a group of young actors led by director M. Karasyov and director O. Rakita under the name «Arena of Evening Kyiv» («Arena VK»). Initially, the theatre operated at 22-B Andriivskyi Descent. In 1989, due to planned renovations in the city centre, particularly along Andriivskyi Descent, the theatre was provided with premises in the Solomianskyi District and changed its name to the Kyiv Chamber Theatre-Studio.

In 2002, the theatre was established as a municipal institution owned by the territorial community of the city of Kyiv. In accordance with Kyiv City Council Decision No. 249/249 of 31 March 2016, the institution was renamed the municipal institution «Theatre and Entertainment Cultural Institution «Kyiv Chamber Theatre «The Strange Castle».

Current Activities of Kyiv Theatre on Solomianskyi

In 2021, the theatre underwent rebranding, developed its own visual identity and updated its social media accounts. In 2022, it launched the «SuBILmation» project, which features productions, readings, plays and performances based on works by contemporary authors and addressing the war in Ukraine.

Why Was the Theatre Named «Kyiv Theatre on Solomianskyi»?

Kyiv City Council adopted a decision to rename the Theatre and Entertainment Cultural Institution «Kyiv Chamber Theatre «The Strange Castle» to «Kyiv Theatre on Solomianskyi». The decision was supported by 75 councillors at a meeting of the 3rd session of the 9th convocation of Kyiv City Council.

According to Kyiv City Council member Viktoriia Mukha, the theatre itself had proposed changing its name. The reason was the existence of another legal entity with an identical name, which caused confusion among visitors. In addition, the name «The Strange Castle» no longer reflected the theatre’s current activities. The new name reflects the institution’s location in the Solomianskyi District and is intended to become a recognisable brand.

Where to Buy Tickets for Kyiv Theatre on Solomianskyi Performances

Tickets for performances at Kyiv Theatre on Solomianskyi are available on the Concert.ua website. Choose your preferred seats and book your tickets online.