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Between May and September, the curtain rises at la FUGA with 'Lecturas desde El Muelle'
MAYSEP
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Between May and September, the curtain rises at la FUGA with 'Lecturas desde El Muelle'

May 25 – Sep 21

El Muelle de la FUGA

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Albert: The Triumph of Imagination
JULOCT
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Albert: The Triumph of Imagination

Jul 19 – Oct 18

TuBoleta
Reflect through humor on the care and dignity of older adults with El Muro at Teatro Libre
JULAUG
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Reflect through humor on the care and dignity of older adults with El Muro at Teatro Libre

Jul 23 – Aug 15

Teatro Libre – sede Centro

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LAS GRATITUDES
JULOCT
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LAS GRATITUDES

Jul 24 – Oct 2

TuBoleta
Bogotá also sounds like the countryside with 'La Escena Rural' by the FUGA
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Bogotá also sounds like the countryside with 'La Escena Rural' by the FUGA

Jul 25 – Aug 15

El Muelle de la FUGA

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Idartes participates in 'El Barrio', an exhibition exploring creativity and community life from childhood: save the date through August 15
JULAUG
Free
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Idartes participates in 'El Barrio', an exhibition exploring creativity and community life from childhood: save the date through August 15

Jul 28 – Aug 15

Universidad de los Andes

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Planetarium Cinema Experience
JULAUG
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Planetarium Cinema Experience

Jul 31 – Aug 29

TuBoleta
In August, the poetry labs continue at BibloRed. Let's go!
01AUG
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In August, the poetry labs continue at BibloRed. Let's go!

Aug 1 – Aug 31

Red Distrital de Bibliotecas Públicas de Bogotá (BibloRed)

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In August, the plan is a movie at the Planetario de Bogotá. Let's go!
04AUG
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In August, the plan is a movie at the Planetario de Bogotá. Let's go!

Aug 4 – Aug 29

Planetario de Bogotá

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25 COSAS
05AUG
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25 COSAS

Aug 5 – Aug 15

TuBoleta
Audiovisual experimentation workshop for older adults at the BECMA
05AUG
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Audiovisual experimentation workshop for older adults at the BECMA

Aug 5 – Aug 26

Cinemateca de Bogotá Centro

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Culturas en Común arrives in Engativá with the play 'Cuando no éramos vacío'
13AUG
Free
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Culturas en Común arrives in Engativá with the play 'Cuando no éramos vacío'

Thu, Aug 13, 5:00 AM

Idartes
Enjoy the free exhibition "Terráqueos" on August 13 at CEFE Chapinero in Bogotá
13AUG
Free
Theatre

Enjoy the free exhibition "Terráqueos" on August 13 at CEFE Chapinero in Bogotá

Aug 13 – Aug 17

Centro Felicidad Chapinero · Chapinero

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The Corner Through a Photograph
13AUG
Free
Theatre

The Corner Through a Photograph

Thu, Aug 13, 2:30 PM

Biblioteca Pública Rafael Uribe Uribe

BibloRed
Creating the City: Art, Memory, and Territory
13AUG
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Creating the City: Art, Memory, and Territory

Thu, Aug 13, 4:00 PM

Biblioteca Pública Francisco José de Caldas - Suba · Suba

BibloRed
'#THISISBEAUTY' - Lisi Estaràs, Bélgica
14AUG
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'#THISISBEAUTY' - Lisi Estaràs, Bélgica

Aug 14 – Aug 15

TuBoleta
Free workshop 'Tardes de Retratos Festivos de aquella Santa Fé de Bogotá' arrives at Casona de la Danza: August 14
14AUG
Free
Theatre

Free workshop 'Tardes de Retratos Festivos de aquella Santa Fé de Bogotá' arrives at Casona de la Danza: August 14

Fri, Aug 14, 7:00 AM

Casona de la Danza de Bogotá

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Voices That Narrate Bogotá
14AUG
Free
Theatre

Voices That Narrate Bogotá

Fri, Aug 14, 5:00 PM

Biblioteca Pública Francisco José de Caldas - Suba · Suba

BibloRed
Mexican poetry 2
14AUG
Free
Theatre

Mexican poetry 2

Fri, Aug 14, 5:00 PM

Biblioteca Pública del Deporte - Centro Felicidad Chapinero · Chapinero

BibloRed
'Lobo' by Los Animistas
14AUG
Free
Theatre

'Lobo' by Los Animistas

Fri, Aug 14, 2:00 PM

Idartes
Strokes and Stories
15AUG
Free
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Strokes and Stories

Sat, Aug 15, 11:00 AM

Biblioteca Pública Virgilio Barco · Teusaquillo

BibloRed
Don't miss 'La Iliada Narrada' coming to the Teatro al Aire Libre La Media Torta in Bogotá: August 15
15AUG
Free
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Don't miss 'La Iliada Narrada' coming to the Teatro al Aire Libre La Media Torta in Bogotá: August 15

Sat, Aug 15, 7:00 AM

Teatro al Aire Libre la Media Torta de Bogotá

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Attend free talk 'Ciudad Sedimento' at Galería Santa Fe: Saturday, August 15
15AUG
Free
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Attend free talk 'Ciudad Sedimento' at Galería Santa Fe: Saturday, August 15

Sat, Aug 15, 7:00 AM

Galería Santa Fe de Bogotá · Santa Fe

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The Iliad Narrated
15AUG
Free
Theatre

The Iliad Narrated

Sat, Aug 15, 7:00 AM

Idartes

About this plan

Theater in Bogotá happens in large halls, in libraries, and even in public squares. The city runs a busy calendar of plays, staged readings, and shows for every age group.

The program includes Colombian plays, world classics, shows for young children, and readings with live music. Many performances reach cultural centers, public libraries, and venues across the downtown, north, and south areas.

This page lists the most current show times and events. Use the filters for date, area, or price to see what is on today, this weekend, or next month. Each listing links to the official source so you can confirm times and buy tickets.

What to expect

  • Theater productions in Bogotá venues
  • Staged readings in libraries
  • Theater for young children
  • Free shows at cultural centers
  • Contemporary Colombian plays

FAQ

Where can I see theater in Bogotá?

Performances take place in venues across the downtown, north, and south areas. Public libraries, cultural centers like FUGA, and independent stages host much of the calendar.

Are there free theater shows in Bogotá?

Yes. Libraries, cultural centers, and parks offer plays and readings at no cost. Filter by price on this page to see only free options.

How do I find theater for today or this weekend?

Use the date filter at the top of the page. You can pick a single day or the weekend range.

Where can I buy theater tickets in Bogotá?

Each event has a link to its official source. There you can confirm show times, venue, and payment method.

Are there theater shows for kids in Bogotá?

Yes. The calendar includes productions for young children and family audiences, mostly at libraries and cultural centers.

What types of theater are available in Bogotá?

Contemporary plays, classics, staged readings, physical theater, musicals, and interactive experiences. The lineup changes every month.

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