XIII World Congress of the International University Theatre Association (AITU-IUTA)

Join the international university theatre community in Vilnius for six days of performances, discussions, workshops, academic exchange, and creative collaboration at the XIII World Congress of the International University Theatre Association (AITU-IUTA).

Under the theme “University Theatre in the Time of Global Challenges”, the Congress will bring together theatre practitioners, scholars, students, and artists from around the world to explore how university theatre responds to today’s social, political, technological, and cultural realities.

The programme will feature:
• Academic presentations and discussions
• Workshops and demonstrations
• International theatre performances
• Networking and cultural events
Secure your spot at the XIII AITU–IUTA World Congress: https://congress2026.kc.vu.lt/fee

Alongside the Congress, Vilnius will also host the International University Theatre Festival – creating a vibrant international theatre atmosphere across the city throughout the entire week. The festival will feature additional performances, creative encounters, and intercultural exchange between university theatre communities from different countries.

The full festival programme will be revealed soon – stay tuned for more performances, events, and international theatre experiences across Vilnius. More about the Festival HERE.

The Congress is organised by the International University Theatre Association (AITU-IUTA), Vilnius University, and the Vilnius University Culture Centre.
Under the patronage of the Lithuanian National Commission for UNESCO and the International Theatre Institute.
Funded by the Lithuanian Council for Culture.
Partners: UTA, VILNIUS TECH
Information partner: LRT
More information about the Congress: https://www.congress2026.kc.vu.lt/