Summertime in Kotor means a lot of things- swimming, al fresco dining, visitors from around the globe…. Still, maybe nothing says Kotor in the summer as much as culture and the arts. The Old Town becomes an open air theatre, beginning with nearly two weeks of performances (July 1st – 12th) for children and their families- the 27th edition of the Kotor Festival of Theatre for Children.
The art presentations, performances and activities span disciplines including music, theatre, puppetry, dance and more. What’s more, the creative thrills have been dreamed up and performed by incredibly talented artists and cultural organizations scattered across the globe.
Here’s a sample of a few of the shows you can expect…
Ivo Vizin – The Captain of Dreams (Monday, July 1st)
Presented by a Montenegrin theatre production company, the festival kicks off with this 1 hr. 20 min. show appropriate for children 12 years of age and older. It’s a heartfelt story about a boy living long ago in Boka (the area in which Kotor is situated in Montenegro) who had a dream to circumnavigate the world. While he may have grown up in poverty, he understood the most important trait of a hero isn’t ability or possessions but a kind heart,
Museum of Dance (Tuesday, July 2nd)
A contemporary dance troupe comes to town from Serbia for an interactive play and installation. Designed for children 3-7 years of age, this show dazzles with choreography and drama.
The Town Musicians of Bremen (Wednesday, July 3rd)
A production company from Turkey comes to town for a special black light 
performance of the Grimm Brothers story, The Town Musicians of Bremen, for children 4 years of age and older.
Visit the festival website for a complete listing of all of the shows (lineup available in English and Montenegrin). Note: Tickets for any given performance are available at the entrance prior to the show. All Youth Stage performances feature complimentary admission.
The 10th Festival of Strings
Ready for some musical entertainment? The Festival of Strings will be sweet 
music to your ears July 3rd to July 10th (no performances on July 4th). Performances include “Cinderella”, “Stringed Postcard From Vienna”, “Full Sails”, “A Step Forward” and more.
“Kotor [Old Town] is a theater in a way… It’s not an accident that every house here has its history, its family history, maritime culture, that concentration of interest, that story, legends, myths… it is surely a great inspiration to us.” – Vjera Mujovic, Actress
What are your plans for the next few weeks? Kotor is calling!
Just like Old Town Kotor is a theatre in and of itself, so is Cattaro Hotel. Let us serve as the backdrop for your family’s summer vacation. Let us know your desires and we’ll make it a holiday you won’t soon forget. Call or email us today: +382 32 311 000 | +382 67 209 847 | +382 67 209 847 (Viber) | CattaroHotel@t-com.me .
