In July 2019, the National Theater offers a mix of local theater, classical and national music. Every Tuesday at noon brings a different offering: children’s theater, traditional Costa Rican calypso, Sonsax, a saxophone quintet and the history of swing in Costa Rica. In mid-month, the chamber theater presents “Estrategas,” a play about the issues women face and “Marx ha Vuelto” (Marx has returned), a comedy about the return Karl Marx. The last two Saturdays of July feature performances of the National Symphony Orchestra. August offers a whole new lineup of concerts and performances. The first week of August, enjoy the sounds and influences of Celtic music and a modern dance composition, “Le Bom.” This month you have four chances to catch the National Symphony Orchestra.
Tour, taste and learn
You can visit the theater from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to take a tour and learn about its rich history. The baroque foyer and cafe are publicly accessible, but to enter the theater you need to join a tour. The theater’s cafe is a delectable place to savor coffee and other tasty treats in lush surroundings. Tickets for performances can be purchased online through the National Theater’s website www.teatronacional.go.cr or at the theater itself. Prices for tickets vary according to seating. The chamber theater has a general admission price ranging from about 5,000 to 7,000 colones. The next time you are in San José, check out the National Theater and experience a different side of the city, celebrating the talent and creativity of the Costa Rican community.
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