Budapest’s stages light up in 2026 as Veres 1 Színház brings comedy, crime, and musicals to Belvárosi and RAM Art Színház—unmissable nights across the city.
when: 2026.01.12., Monday, Budapest
where: Hungary, -
The Veres 1 Színház returns to Budapest with a run of crowd-pleasers through 2025 and 2026, taking over stages at Belvárosi Színház and RAM Art Színház. The company calls every Budapest night a celebration—and they’re inviting you to join them across the city.
January Highlights
On 2026.01.12, Ne most, Drágám! (Not Now, Darling) brings fast-paced farce to 1032 Budapest, 3rd District – Óbuda, Bécsi út 154. The laughs keep rolling on 2026.01.20 with Amerikai komédia – szving musical (American Comedy – Swing Musical) at 1134 Budapest, 13th District, Váci út 63.
Crime, Comedy, and Sharp Banter
Agatha Christie fans get Az Ackroyd-gyilkosság (The Murder of Roger Ackroyd) on 2026.01.21 at Bécsi út 154, returning again on 2026.02.01 at the same venue. On 2026.01.22, Hogyan nevezzelek? (What Should We Call You?) lands with razor-edged wit at Bécsi út 154.
February Must-See
On 2026.02.08, Acélmagnóliák (Steel Magnolias) brings heart and humor to 1201 Budapest, 20th District – Pesterzsébet, Nagy Győri István u. 4–6. Organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs.
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Pros
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Family-friendly vibes with comedies, a swing musical, and classics like Steel Magnolias that work for mixed-age groups
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Internationally familiar titles (Agatha Christie, Steel Magnolias, Not Now, Darling) make it easy to follow the themes even if you’re new to Hungarian theater
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Multiple central Budapest venues (Belvárosi Színház, RAM Art Színház, Óbuda and 13th District locations) are well-known to locals and easy to plug into your city itinerary
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Budapest is a major, well-known tourist destination, so pairing a show with sightseeing, spas, and food is a breeze
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Good public transport access: metro and tram lines reach Óbuda, Váci út, and Pesterzsébet; taxis and rideshares are plentiful
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Affordable compared with similar theater nights in London or New York, with strong production values
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Fun way to experience local culture without needing a full day—perfect evening activity during a winter trip
Cons
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Most performances are in Hungarian, so non-speakers may miss jokes or wordplay unless surtitles are provided (often they aren’t)
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Some venues (like Pesterzsébet in the 20th District) are farther out, adding transit time compared with central tourist zones
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The company is less internationally famous than big national theaters, so it may feel more “local” than “bucket-list”
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Dates and programs can change, so you’ll need to double-check schedules and possibly prebook to secure good seats
