Discover Budapest’s Bástya Theatre 2025–26 season: classics, contemporary drama, musicals, and family shows in a cozy venue. Book online for December–January highlights, encores, and Györgyi Anna’s solo evening.
when: 2026.01.04., Sunday
where: 1073 Budapest, Erzsébet körút 8.
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Budapest’s Bástya Theatre (Bástya Színház) rolls out a packed 2025–26 season blending classics, contemporary drama, musical flair, and family shows. Set in a cozy venue with a devoted ensemble, the theater promises memorable nights for all ages, with tickets available online.
December Highlights
Two December slots feature the intimate two-hander Good Luck to You, Leo Grande (Minden jót, Leo Grande) on December 22 at 7:00 p.m. and December 23 at 3:00 p.m. Loft follows with evening performances on December 29 and 30 at 7:00 p.m., closing the year on a stylish note.
January Spotlight
The new year opens on January 4 at 7:00 p.m. with The Mercenaries of Love (A szerelem zsoldosai). Good Night, Mom (Jóccakát, anya) returns for prime-time runs on January 7 and 9 at 7:00 p.m., then again on January 28 at 7:00 p.m. On January 10 at 7:00 p.m., My Veil Tilted a Little to the Side (A fátylam kicsit oldalra billent) steps into the spotlight.
Encore and Special Evening
Good Luck to You, Leo Grande (Minden jót, Leo Grande) is back for matinees on January 23 and 25 at 3:00 p.m. The month culminates on January 30 at 7:00 p.m. with Conversation in the House of Mr. von Goethe Who Is Absent (Beszélgetés a Stein-házban a távollévő von Goethe úrról), Györgyi Anna’s solo evening.
2025, adrienne
Pros
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Family-friendly mix with specific matinees and evening shows, so you can pick kid-friendly times or date-night slots
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Easy online ticketing means you can plan from the U.S. before you fly
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Budapest is a very well-known, tourist-friendly city with plenty of nearby sights to pair with a show night
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Central-city venue likely reachable fast by metro/tram or short taxi rides, and driving/ride-hail is straightforward
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Some titles are internationally recognizable (Good Luck to You, Leo Grande; Goethe-themed solo), making it easier to choose
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Smaller, cozy theatre vibe offers an intimate experience you won’t get at big Broadway-style houses
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Good value compared with U.S. ticket prices, so it’s a low-risk cultural add-on to your trip
Cons
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Hungarian is likely the performance language; non-Hungarian speakers may miss nuances unless surtitles are provided
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Bástya Theatre isn’t a globally famous venue, so it lacks the “bucket-list” prestige of West End/Broadway
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Reaching specific late-evening shows with kids can be tricky, and some plays’ themes skew adult
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Compared with similar events in the U.S./UK, there may be fewer English-friendly performances or subtitle options
