The Kyiv National Academic Young Theatre is a great choice if you want to spend an evening not just at a performance, but in a place with its own theatrical history. It is located in the center of Kyiv, at Prorizna Street, 17, and works with both classical and contemporary drama, so it’s best to first check the current repertoire and choose a performance that suits your mood.
About the Place
The history of the Young Theatre is connected with two periods. Les Kurbas Theatre operated in Kyiv from 1917 to 1919, and the modern Youth Theatre was established in 1979. The first performance of the new troupe was staged on April 26, 1980, and a few years later the theatre moved to the building at Prorizna, 17. In 1995, it was named "Young," and in 2019 it received national status.
The building itself also has a theatrical past: the Young Theatre of Les Kurbas worked here, and later it was the "Komsomolets of Ukraine" cinema. So a visit here is an opportunity to see a performance in a place where different eras of Kyiv's stage life have literally crossed under one roof.
What to See and Do
The main reason to come is the performance: the repertoire changes, and the productions and showtimes should be checked before planning your evening. On the theatre's website, you can view the poster and purchase tickets online. If you want to better feel the history of the stage, pay attention to the backstage tour performance "Behind the Scenes of the Young," if it is available in the current schedule.
How to Get There
The theatre's address is Kyiv, Prorizna Street, 17, postal code 01001. This is the central part of the city; it's convenient to plan your route to the nearest metro station or public transport stop using the current map, and then walk. Before heading out, check the route and travel time: they depend on your starting point and the situation on the roads.
Hours and Prices
The box office operates daily from 10:00 AM to 7:30 PM, with a break from 3:00 PM to 3:30 PM. Ticket prices depend on the performance and the seat in the hall, so it’s most reliable to check the price in the poster for a specific show. For questions about tickets and reservations, the theatre provides the audience service phone numbers: (044) 234-62-51, (050) 418-68-48, and (067) 489-48-40.
For Whom
The Young Theatre is suitable for a date, an evening with friends, or a cultural outing alone — especially if you are interested in exploring different theatrical forms, not just familiar classic plots. For a family outing, it’s better to check the age recommendations for a specific performance in advance. Allow time for the show itself and the journey; the duration depends on the production.
Visitor Tips
Plan your evening based on the poster: popular shows may have a limited number of seats, and the repertoire and prices change. If you buy a ticket at the box office, consider its break during the day. After the performance, you can continue your walk in the center — the theatre is located on Prorizna, so it’s easy to find a route for a leisurely evening.
Which performance would you choose for your first acquaintance with the Young Theatre?
