104 events
Theatre

Between May and September, the curtain rises at la FUGA with 'Lecturas desde El Muelle'
May 25 – Sep 21
El Muelle de la FUGA

Albert: The Triumph of Imagination
Jul 19 – Oct 18

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

LAS GRATITUDES
Jul 24 – Oct 2

Bogotá also sounds like the countryside with 'La Escena Rural' by the FUGA
Jul 25 – Aug 15
El Muelle de la FUGA

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

Planetarium Cinema Experience
Jul 31 – Aug 29

In August, the poetry labs continue at BibloRed. Let's go!
Aug 1 – Aug 31
Red Distrital de Bibliotecas Públicas de Bogotá (BibloRed)

In August, the plan is a movie at the Planetario de Bogotá. Let's go!
Aug 4 – Aug 29
Planetario de Bogotá

25 COSAS
Aug 5 – Aug 15

Audiovisual experimentation workshop for older adults at the BECMA
Aug 5 – Aug 26
Cinemateca de Bogotá Centro

Culturas en Común arrives in Engativá with the play 'Cuando no éramos vacío'
Thu, Aug 13, 5:00 AM

Enjoy the free exhibition "Terráqueos" on August 13 at CEFE Chapinero in Bogotá
Aug 13 – Aug 17
Centro Felicidad Chapinero · Chapinero

The Corner Through a Photograph
Thu, Aug 13, 2:30 PM
Biblioteca Pública Rafael Uribe Uribe

Creating the City: Art, Memory, and Territory
Thu, Aug 13, 4:00 PM
Biblioteca Pública Francisco José de Caldas - Suba · Suba

'#THISISBEAUTY' - Lisi Estaràs, Bélgica
Aug 14 – Aug 15

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

Voices That Narrate Bogotá
Fri, Aug 14, 5:00 PM
Biblioteca Pública Francisco José de Caldas - Suba · Suba

Mexican poetry 2
Fri, Aug 14, 5:00 PM
Biblioteca Pública del Deporte - Centro Felicidad Chapinero · Chapinero

'Lobo' by Los Animistas
Fri, Aug 14, 2:00 PM

Strokes and Stories
Sat, Aug 15, 11:00 AM
Biblioteca Pública Virgilio Barco · Teusaquillo

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

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

The Iliad Narrated
Sat, Aug 15, 7:00 AM
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.