Theaters of Estonia
Theaters of Estonia
Jõhvi Theater
Jõhvi Concert H all, situated in a small town Jõhvi near
N arva, is the youngest, yet the most modern theater in
Estonia. With it's large multi-functional transforming
scene and stunning unusual architecture it became an
important art and cultural center not only of Ida
Virumaa, but of the whole Estonia in a very short time.
The colourful history of Jõhvi Concert H all dates back
to the year 1491, when Jõhvi M anor with its historicist
features stood on the spot of the modern Jõhvi
Concert H ouse. The manor buildings were surrounded
by a spacious park, which can be found next to the
concert house even today, reminding us of the former
glory of the manor.
In cooperation with the Estonian M inistry of Culture and Jõhvi Government the Jõhvi
Theater was built in 2004 and first opened its doors on the 8th of October 2005
under the management of Aivar M äethe Director of Estonian Concert. The ...