Poland Theater Reviews: Best Shows & Critic Recommendations

Review: THE SKIN OF THE SNAKE at National Theatre In Warsaw
by Natalia Jarczynska - April 26, 2025

After a marathon of musical performances, I thought I’d take a breather at the dramatic theatre, hoping for a quiet evening. But lo and behold, I found myself swept away in a whirlwind of emotion and song—who would have thought?...

Review: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at The Kujawsko-Pomorski Music Theatre, Torun
by Natalia Jarczynska - April 21, 2025

You enter the club, leave your coat, and receive a headset with three simple buttons—on/off, channel, and volume. Excitement builds as you descend the stairs into the play’s venue. Though there are seating options, a huge crowd already stands, each person donning a headset of a different color that...

Review: MONIKA RADECKA IN MADAME BUTTERFLY at Opera Wroclaw
by Natalia Jarczynska - April 12, 2025

Monika Radecka just landed on the Wrocław opera scene — and it was a landing. Her debut as Cio-Cio-San in Madame Butterfly at Opera Wrocławska wasn’t just promising — it was powerful....

Review: PRIVATE TINA at 45th Stage Song Review
by Natalia Jarczynska - April 07, 2025

If you haven’t yet experienced the magic of Natalia Sikora, let me tell you—you’re missing out on something truly extraordinary. This phenomenal artist, who first captured the hearts of Wrocław two decades ago as the youngest winner of the Stage Song Review (Przegląd Piosenki Aktorskiej), has evolve...

Review: WAITING FOR THE BARBARIANS at Teatr Wspolczesny Wroclaw
by Natalia Jarczynska - February 28, 2025

​​​​​​​It’s not a musical, per se, but music breathes through it, shaping the atmosphere, cutting through the silence, and seeping into every moment like an invisible pulse. And that brings me to the key player: Michał Litwiniec. He’s not just composing the soundscape; he is the soundscape. Position...

Review: AVENUE Q at Teatr Muzyczny Poznan
by Natalia Jarczynska - February 19, 2025

After 20 years of its Broadway debut, our well-known puppets are back with their signature mix of philosophy, humor, and a quest for purpose. They've aged like fine wine – still hilarious, super smart, and more relatable than ever!...

Review: FOREPLAY at Capitol Musical Theatre, Wroclaw
by Natalia Jarczynska - January 29, 2025

It’s not an easy pill to swallow, but this show dives headfirst into the murky waters of toxic relationships and the addictive cycle of loving your tormentor. Can this make for a compelling musical? They tried to do it in Wroclaw’s Capitol....

Review: NAPOLI at Wroclaw Opera
by Natalia Jarczynska - December 24, 2024

Napoli 1841 is a great piece bringing a spirit of Italy, sun, and holidays. There is sea, great choreographies, freshness, and a flow that makes you feel young and full of life. Is a festive and energetic classical version of Bournonville's ballet, one of the most outstanding works of this remarkabl...

Review: THE SNOW QUEEN at Wroclaw Opera
by Natalia Jarczynska - December 22, 2024

What did our critic think of THE SNOW QUEEN at Wroclaw Opera?...

Review: RENT at Krakowski Teatr VARIETE
by Natalia Jarczynska - December 20, 2024

If you love American musicals, you know Jonathan Larson, you know Rent, and chances are, you’ve been eagerly waiting for this show to hit the stage—months, maybe even years....

Review: SIX at Syrena Theatre
by Natalia Jarczynska - November 07, 2024

One of the most explosive musical sensations has finally landed in Poland, and it’s here to school us all! Six years after its dazzling debut at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, SIX has arrived, bringing with it six incredible women whose lives were tied together by one infamous husband—Henry VIII....

Review: PEER GYNT at Polish National Opera
by Natalia Jarczynska - November 05, 2024

In this enchanting tale, a grown man finds himself in one predicament after another, navigating dangers involving axes, perilous journeys, and furious trolls. This is a world teeming with wonder and magic—a Scandinavian realm where folklore and fantasy intertwine. ...

Review: DRACULA at Lodz Musical Theater
by Natalia Jarczynska - November 04, 2024

From the stunning set design and exquisite costumes to the powerhouse voices and mind-boggling magic tricks, every detail was outstanding!...

Review: CARMEN at Polish National Opera
by Natalia Jarczynska - November 03, 2024

What did our critic think of CARMEN at Polish National Opera?...

Review: THE ADDAMS FAMILY at Syrena Theatre
by Natalia Jarczynska - October 31, 2024

And this one is no exception. If I had to point out any weak spots, well, this review would end right here because, honestly, there aren’t any. Instead, let me take you into the sea of brilliance that director Jacek Mikolajczyk has pulled us into....

Review: CHICAGO at Krakowski Teatr VARIETE
by Natalia Jarczynska - October 28, 2024

I have nothing to hide: I'm obsessed with Broadway’s Chicago. Everything: the music, choreographies by Bob Fosse, costumes, and the general vibe. Everything screams: greatness....

Review: NABUCCO at Opera Wroclaw
by Natalia Jarczynska - October 18, 2024

What did our critic think of NABUCCO at Opera Wroclaw? Read the review. ...

Review: ROMEO AND JULIET at Capitol Musical Theatre, Wroclaw
by Natalia Jarczynska - October 02, 2024

I would be brief for this text as I’m still processing this show. It was a mixture of contradictions that was made to impress. It was a mixture of contradictions that aimed to impress. I was impressed and in a way obsessed by certain points....

Review: QUO VADIS at Gdynia Musical Theater
by Natalia Jarczynska - September 29, 2024

What did our critic think of QUO VADIS at Gdynia Musical Theater?...

Review: DEAR EVAN HANSEN at Teatr Muzyczny Poznan
by Natalia Jarczynska - September 23, 2024

What did our critic think of DEAR EVAN HANSEN at Teatr Muzyczny Poznan?...

Review: ECCENTRICS at The Kujawsko-Pomorski Music Theatre, Torun
by Natalia Jarczynska - July 18, 2024

It all starts with an old-fashioned welcome drink. I mean real old school, from 70 years ago. Vodka, lard spread on bread, and fermented cucumber in a vintage bar with all the newspapers and old songs performed. You're starting to get in the mood!...

Review: IT'S A BIRTHDAY! at Capitol Musical Theatre, Wroclaw
by Natalia Jarczynska - July 08, 2024

As summer has already hit us with heat and steam, we all think about the holidays as the school year ends. There are some goodbyes, some tears, and waving bye-bye. There are also some summaries, and I was honored to witness the 15th birthday of a musical school designed with passion, kindness, and w...

Review: ORPHEUS IN HELL at The Castle Opera In Szczecin
by Natalia Jarczynska - July 08, 2024

A comic opera with music by Jacques Offenbach, directed by J.J. Polonski, the master of the Polish magical music scene (look at The Beaty and The Beast or Pippin!), which brings the opera feerie into a modern version. Laughter, wild metaphors, fabulous costumes, and a sprinkle of fairy tale magic ar...

Review: ONCE at Roma Musical Theater
by Natalia Jarczynska - June 07, 2024

This review would be awkwardly short but it's extremely difficult to put the feeling into words as this performance shows us how powerful the musical experience can be. I loved of course the lyrics, the plot, the characters, but, oh well, the music here is second to none. Period....

Review: LAZARUS at Capitol Musical Theatre, Wroclaw
by Natalia Jarczynska - May 30, 2024

Everything invites you to go with the flow. The music, lights, and atmosphere absorb you into the deep cosmos of Bowie's world. It’s like you’re soaring through the air and doing it without effort. When music plays, it seems like gravity doesn't exist. Great vocals combined with the ease and lights ...