Photo Aino Nieminen HAVE A UNIQUE THEATRE EXPERIENCE IN FINLAND! Annually in the beginning of August the city of Tampere becomes Finland’s theatre capital as local and international performing arts troupes take over the city’s stages and squares. Tampere Theatre Festival is the oldest and the largest theatre festival in the Nordic countries. It serves as a display window for the most interesting and up-to-the-minute productions in Finnish theatre. It also attracts leading international guests from all corners of the globe – you might even see a performance from your own country! The venues are located in the city centre and it’s easy to walk from a place to another. Between the performances you can explore more the industrial structure of Tampere, get impressed by the historical red brick buildings and two beautiful lakes. Come and visit the Tampere Theatre festival and enjoy the charm of Finnish and international theatre in the Finland’s theatre capital!

Duration: 3.–9.8.2020 | 2.–8.8.2021 (seven days) Location: City of Tampere, Finland. Tampere is one of Finland's largest urban regions, around 180 kilometres north of the capital city, Helsinki. Group size: Min 1 person The performances of the Main Programme are performed in different types of venues, from small theatres to concert hall size venues. Segments: People interested in theatre, performing arts and culture. Accommodation type: There are lots of alternatives for accommodation in Tampere. Read more: www.visittampere.fi/en/accommodation/ Availability Annually in the beginning of August. The Main Programme is announced annually in May.

Guidance: Self-guided Price: Theatre tickets 20–50 € / person, changes are possible. There are also performances free of charge, such as street theatre shows. What’s included: Entrance to individual performances. English surtitles and synopses are provided for many of the Main Programme’s plays. How to get there: There are lots of easy and quick alternatives for transportation, such as train and bus connections. More information about domestic and international travel connections: www.visittampere.fi/en/info/transportation/ Accessible for disabled people: Most of the venues are accessible for disabled people. More information and booking: email: guestinfo@teatterikesa.fi | tel. +358 3 222 8536