\n \n\tIntroduction<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t+<\/span>\n\t\t-<\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n\n\t\n\t\t[vc_column_text]With its roots in 1884, \u201cZetski dom\u201d is the oldest state theatre and cultural institution in Montenegro. During numerous epochs, until today, the theatre has remained one of the most important representatives of Montenegrin culture and art, and it is also valuable representative outside our borders.
\nThere are numerous events and people who marked the long life of our theatre. In addition to theatre performances, in the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d were also organized vocal and instrumental music performances, concerts, speeches, celebrations, dance schools, exhibitions, sports and social events, cinema screenings and numerous other events.
\nRemembering and appreciating the importance of all programmes and people, that make the history of our theatre precious, below we present the story of the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d by era, each of which was equally important for the development and reputation of our institution.
\nThe information presented in the history is part of comprehensive and extensive research by Ratko \u0110urovi\u0107, Luka Milunovi\u0107, Velimir Vuja\u010di\u0107 and Ljiljana Milunovi\u0107, most of which were presented in the editions of the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d in recent years.
\nTheir work and dedication resulted in an immeasurable contribution to Montenegrin theatre and culture, and the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d expresses gratitude by this way.[\/vc_column_text]\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t![\"\"](\"https:\/\/zetskidom.me\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/002a-400x300.jpg\")
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\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t![\"\"](\"https:\/\/zetskidom.me\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/zetskidom011-400x300.jpg\")
\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\tThe beginnings of the theater and the construction project (1884-1900)<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t+<\/span>\n\t\t-<\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n\n\t\n\t\t[vc_column_text]The roots of theatrical forms in Cetinje, go back to the middle of the 19th century, when in Biljarda \u2013 in the form of reading rehearsals \u2013 the first casting for the \u201cThe Mountain Wreath\u201d was held, in which Petar II Petrovi\u0107 Njego\u0161 probably participated. Today, in Njego\u0161 Museum in Biljarda, one of the exhibits is a piece of paper with roles. Despite the struggles and wars during the following decades, historiography brings a series of records about the theatre activity in Cetinje \u2013 in 1864, the one-act play \u201cKap otrova\u201d was performed, a year later Marin Stijepi\u0107 was a guest with five volunteer actors, and cultural life was especially stimulated by the establishment of the Cetinje Reading Room (1868). Speeches, plays \u201cKir Janja\u201d, \u201c\u0160aran\u201d and guest appearances by a number of acting troupes marked the seventies of the 19th century.
\nIn addition to Biljarda, drama and similar forms were also performed at the court and in \u201cLokanda\u201d.<\/p>\nThe popularization of theatrical forms, as well as the support of numerous groups and individuals, led to the first appearance of a group in Cetinje at the end of 1883, united in the Voluntary Theatre Society, which originally operated at Cetinje Reading Room.<\/p>\n
On January 2, 1884, the performance of the play \u201cThe Balkan Empress\u201d followed\u200b, based on a play in verse by Prince Nikola, directed by Jovan Pavlovi\u0107. The play was performed in the still unfinished house of Duke Ma\u0161o Vrbica (later the Turkish Embassy), and according to the periodicals of the time, it was attended by numerous citizens of Cetinje \u2013 200 of them in the auditorium, and many outside the building, despite the extreme cold and snow.
\nBesides that, the year 1884 was particularly important because of the initiative to build \u201cZetski dom\u201d. The Society\u2019s idea of \u200b\u200bbuilding a special house in which will be space for a theatre, library and museum was presented for the first time in the appeal of the main Board of Cetinje Reading Room to collect aid for the construction of \u201cZetski dom\u201d.<\/p>\n
In one of the following appeals in \u201cGlas Crnogorca\u201d was published that \u201cZetski dom cannot be the property of any private company, but of the entire Montenegrin people, for that the people have the right to build it\u201d. Already that year, along with members of the royal family and state organizations, the people from Cetinje and the surrounding villages, from Podgorica, Nik\u0161i\u0107 and all other Montenegrin cities, all the way to Shkod\u00ebr, Novi Sad, Sremski Karlovac, Split, Zagreb and Vienna, sent numerous financial contributions, so construction of the building could begin. The foundation stone was laid on May 1, 1884, with great ceremony.<\/p>\n
The project of \u201cZetski dom\u201d building was created by the architect Josip Slade \u0160ilovi\u0107, and the works were directly supervised by To\u0161a Gojkovi\u0107 and Jovo Terzovi\u0107. Slade and Terzovi\u0107 were awarded the Order for the Independence of Montenegro \u2013 Danilo I.<\/p>\n
During the next four years, with the support and frequent attendance of King Nikola and members of the royal family at performances, theatre life in Cetinje became more and more active, and the Voluntary Theatre Society will, on the occasion of the ceremonial welcome in 1885, be a guest in Podgorica for the first time.
\nAlthough unfinished, \u201cZetski dom\u201d building began to serve its purpose in 1888, when Cetinje Reading Room was moved into it. Finally, on the December 5, the first play was performed in a building that would eventually become one of the key symbols of theatre activity in Montenegro. In the still unfinished hall, \u201cThe Balkan Empress\u201d was on the programme, with slightly different protagonists \u2013 among them were the professors, a general, dukes, serdars, military leaders, writers, but also important businessmen and merchants. The mentioned performance will be remembered as the first play performed in \u201cZetski dom.<\/p>\n
At the same time, the Rules of \u201cZetski dom\u201d Society were also published. The document, which had 52 articles, defined in details the Assembly and the Management, the objectives of the activities and the resources of the Society.
\nThe following year will pass with an increasing number of guest appearances at \u201cZetski dom\u201d, but without particular success in the attempt to get Cetinje theatre its acting ensemble. In spite of this, various plays will continue to be performed on stage by Cetinje Reading Room Society, sometimes with the participation of students from Cetinje educational institutions, and in 1894 the \u201cThe Mountain Wreath\u201d Society was established.<\/p>\n
At the same time, the construction of the building continued. The written contract on the interior design of \u201cZetski dom\u201d (1895), was signed by Professor Pavle Popovi\u0107 on behalf of \u201cZetski dom\u201d with the undertakers Domenik Mamola and Karl Savin. Due to interior works during a significant part of 1896, no programs were held in \u201cZetski dom\u201d.
\nA whole 12 years after the foundation stone was laid, the construction of \u201cZetski dom\u201d \u2013 in which was invested \u00a0more than 60 thousand fiorin\u2013 was completely finished. On October 26, 1896, the grand opening of the theatre was held, and for that occasion the premiere of the play \u201cPrince Arvanit\u201d was performed, for which, a year earlier, the text wrote Prince Nikola I Petrovi\u0107.
\nThe completion of the construction of \u201cZetski dom\u201d was also the success of a large campaign to collect voluntary contributions, in which people from all over Montenegro participated, as well as numerous donors from outside Montenegro. It was an example of great solidarity and charity, and \u201cZetski dom\u201d became \u201cthe property of Montenegro and all Montenegrins, not only today but also all who will come after us\u201d (Jovan Pavlovi\u0107, president of the Cetinje Reading Room).<\/p>\n
Since 1896, the name Princely Montenegrin National Theatre has been in official use, which \u2013 along with the modern building \u2013 will have a regularly elected general director. Domestic plays, guest appearances and concerts became an integral part of the repertoire in \u201cZetski dom\u201d\u201d, but the ambition to form a permanent theatre troupe will be realized in the next century.[\/vc_column_text]
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\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\tEstablishment and work of permanent theater (1900-1912)<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t+<\/span>\n\t\t-<\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n\n\t\n\t\t[vc_column_text]The beginning of the new century passed with modest theatrical activities in \u201cZetski dom\u201d. After the promulgation of the Constitution for the Principality of Montenegro (1906), it became host for the sessions of the Montenegrin National Assembly.<\/p>\nIn the state parliament, in 1908, the issue was the establishment of permanent theatre, and at the same time, the Project for the establishment of permanent theatre in Montenegro was made. It is believed that the author of the document, written on eight sheets, was Branislav Nu\u0161i\u0107 (Nu\u0161i\u0107\u2019s memorandum).
\nFinally, in 1909, preparations began for the realization of an idea that would represent a special step \u2013 not only for \u201cZetski dom\u201d and Cetinje, but also for theatre activity in Montenegro. In the same year, the Cetinje Workers\u2019 Association hired professional actors Ma\u0161a and Ka\u0107a Petrovi\u0107. Professional state theatre will really come to life, after the presentation of the state budget for 1910, in which the amount of six thousand perper was foreseen for its establishment and work, it became clear that professional state theatre will really function.
\nAlready in February 1910, the Princely Montenegrin National Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d had Jovan Hajdukovi\u0107 as its temporary general director, and Ma\u0161a Petrovi\u0107 as director. The institution was managed by the Theatre\u2019s Literary Committee. Due to disagreements, Hajdukovi\u0107 will be replaced next month with professor Milo Kova\u010devi\u0107, after that extensive preparations for the first theatre season followed. The design of the building was entrusted to Italian engineers and contractors, and the electrification of \u201cZetski dom\u201d was also done. The first Statute of the Princely Montenegrin National Theater with 36 members also became valid.<\/p>\n
The ceremony for the beginning of work of the Princely Montenegrin National Theatre was held on May 16, 1910, with all-day programme. The matinee, during which a specially written prologue was recited by Ka\u0107a Petrovi\u0107, took place with the speech by Prince Nikola, and in the evening the play \u201cThe Balkan Empress\u201d \u200b\u200bwas performed. The opening of the professional theatre in Cetinje was supported by theatre institutions from Zagreb, Belgrade, Prague and Ljubljana, as well as numerous organizations and important personalities from outside Montenegro. The performances in Cetinje were played twice a week during the first period, and in the summer of 1910 the first tour followed in Podgorica, Nik\u0161i\u0107, Bar and Ulcinj.
\nIn preparation for the first theatre season, together with the married couple Petrovi\u0107, professional contracts were also signed with actors Dara Mileti\u0107, Milutin Stevanovi\u0107, Olga Mogu\u0161, Bogi\u0107 Vojvodi\u0107, Milan Rup\u010di\u0107, Milan Katinski, Milko and Rudolf Dir, and the engagement of a number of part-time actors, among them were Ljubomir Tamind\u017ei\u0107, \u0110oko Beg, Bla\u017eo Brati\u010devi\u0107 and others. In addition, \u201cZetski dom\u201d payroll will soon include a housekeeper, a ticket seller, a prompter, a prop man and his assistant, an electrical officer, a ticket officer and a poster distributor. Following changes at the state level, the institution will be renamed the Royal Montenegrin National Theatre.<\/p>\n
The first theatre season (1910\/11) was substantial, and during it, in the period from August 1910 to July 1911, more than 115 plays were performed. From the beginning of 1911, Milutin Stevanovi\u0107 appeared as the director of the plays. On the other hand, from the spring of 1911, Milo Kova\u010devi\u0107 was no longer the general director of \u201cZetski dom\u201d \u2013 he was temporarily replaced in that position with Du\u0161an Vuksan, then with Kosta Kosti\u0107 \u2013 and in June, with a written notice, Pero Bogdanovi\u0107 took over that position. There were also changes in the cast, so, despite several dismissals, the acting couples Hajdu\u0161kovi\u0107, Mici\u0107 and Vu\u010di\u0107evi\u0107 were hired, while Ljubomir Mici\u0107, Nikola Hajdu\u0161kovi\u0107 and Ilija Vu\u010di\u0107evi\u0107 will be hired as directors. During 1910, the visit of the Royal Croatian Theatre from Zagreb was notable, while the ensemble of the Royal Montenegrin National Theatre staged seven performances in Nik\u0161i\u0107 in the summer of 1911.
\nThe second theatre season (1911\/12) began in mid-October. During six months, according to the available data, more than 60 plays were performed in the Royal Montenegrin National Theatre. After that, the ensemble toured in Podgorica and Nik\u0161i\u0107, where they performed 21 plays.
\nPreparations for the third season in \u201cZetski dom\u201d were abruptly stopped in the fall of 1912, due to the start of the war. Two Balkan wars and one world war will cause the suspension of the work of \u201cZetski dom\u201d for a long period. In 1916, the theatre building suffered serious damage in a fire, and the theatre would come to life again in the fourth decade of the 20th century.[\/vc_column_text]
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\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\tFrom the reconstruction to the end of the war (1931-1944)<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t+<\/span>\n\t\t-<\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n\n\t\n\t\t[vc_column_text]The three wars in which Montenegro participated during the second decade of the 20th century caused the theatrical life in Cetinje to die, and during one period \u201cZetski dom\u201d building was used for wounded. After the First World War, the Kingdom of Montenegro disappeared \u2013 and the National Theatre also suffered its fate, and the building was destroyed during the war.
\nGreat social divisions reflected in attempts to restore theatre activities. Jago\u0161 Jovanovi\u0107 wrote in the work \u201cDevelopment of theatre art in Montenegro\u201d that \u201cthe new government had no authority, its decisions and solutions were not respected and implemented even by those who created it, so it is understandable that in such conditions nothing could be done to develop cultural life either.\u201d<\/p>\nNevertheless, in 1922, a group of enthusiasts \u2013 among them several actors from the former Royal Montenegrin National Theatre \u2013 started the Cetinje Theatre Society. The activities of the new organization received considerable attention from the citizens, and at the same time they also represented a strong pressure on the authorities to establish a professional state theatre.<\/p>\n
However, the preparations for the reconstruction of \u201cZetski dom\u201d took too long, and the activities on establishing the professional theatre were not more dynamic. Therefore, in 1931, with the publication of the Rulebook of the Zeta Banate Theatre, the continuation of theatre activity was official. Experienced director and theatre organizer Mihailo Markovi\u0107 was appointed as general director, and the reconstruction of \u201cZetski dom\u201d building was completed almost at the same time. However, during the reconstruction, almost no attention was paid to the original structure of the building \u2013 both the exterior and the interior were completely changed. The front facade got a completely different look, and the recognizable three arches at the entrance disappeared. Instead of the painted curtain that existed before, the stage in the theatre was closed by a monochrome drapery.<\/p>\n
The reconstucted theatre in Cetinje was officially opened on September 6, 1931, with the performance of three drama segments directed by Jovan Gec \u2013 \u201cThe Mountain Wreath\u201d, \u201cThe Death of mother Jugovich\u201d and \u201cHasanaginica\u201d. Four days later, the 1931\/32 theatre season will begin, with the play \u201cThe Government Inspector\u201d, directed by Mihailo Markovi\u0107. During the season that lasted until May 1932, the Zeta Banate National Theatre staged 68 performances on its home stage. In addition, two tours were realized. During the first tour, at the end of 1931, the ensemble performed in Dubrovnik, Kotor and Herceg Novi. From May to July, guest appearances followed in Nik\u0161i\u0107, Kola\u0161in, Andrijevica, Berane, Bijelo Polje, Mitrovica, Prijepolje and, on the way back, in Podgorica.<\/p>\n
In the next season theatre had 34 members in the artistic and technical ensemble, i.e. 11 less than in the previous one. At the beginning, on September 25, the premiere of the play \u201cMaksim Crnojevi\u0107\u201d was performed , directed by Vas Kosti\u0107, and by the end of the season, 67 more plays will be performed on the stage of \u201cZetski dom\u201d, mostly directed by Milo\u0161 Raj\u010devi\u0107. The first of two tours in the 1932\/33 season, took place in November and December, in Dubrovnik, Kotor, Risan, Herceg Novi, Tivat and Trebinje. During the second, organized from May to July, the theatre ensemble performed in Podgorica, Danilovgrad, Nik\u0161i\u0107, Kotor, Tivat, Herceg Novi, Risan and Trebinje.<\/p>\n
The next two years brought a new lull in the work of \u201cZetski dom\u201d \u2013 almost all the members of the ensemble left and went to other theatre houses, so the reconstuction followed in 1935, when Jovan Gec was appointed as the general director of the theatre. Thus, the 1935\/36 theatre season started in September, during which almost 80 plays were performed in Cetinje. On the other hand, there were also two tours \u2013 at the end of 1935, the members of the ensemble performed on stages in Tivat, Dubrovnik, Risan, Kotor, Herceg Novi and Trebinje, followed by guest appearances in the continental part of Zeta Banate from May.<\/p>\n
The 1936\/37 season, during which 21 premieres were staged, along with two new tours, will be marked by the departure of Jovan Gec from the position of general director, shortly after Vitomir Bogi\u0107 took over this position . With 24 engaged persons in the artistic and 11 in the technical part of the ensemble, the theatre staged 17 premieres next season, along with already established tours at the end of the year and during the spring. In October 1939, the Children\u2019s Theatre started to work.
\nThis was the case until the end of the 1940\/41 season, when the war drastically affected the work of the theatre. Despite this, during the summer of 1941, the occupying authorities \u2013 took a stand that the theatre must continue functioning. The 1941\/42 season began in September, which, with an extraordinary atmosphere and modest quality, passed in the sign of a dozen pieces. At the same time, many former members of the artistic and technical part of the ensemble joined the partisans. Among them was \u0160piro Mugo\u0161a, who died in 1943, as well as Du\u0161an Popovi\u0107, who worked in wartime to create a drama group that performed in the liberated territories of Montenegro.[\/vc_column_text]
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\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\tNotable production in the post-war period (1944-1955)<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t+<\/span>\n\t\t-<\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n\n\t\n\t\t[vc_column_text]At the end of the World War II, theatre activity was quickly restored in Montenegro. This statement is especially true when it comes to Cetinje, where \u201cZetski dom\u201d started working only a few days after the liberation (November 13, 1944).
\nThis strategy was developed at the beginning of 1944, when the Art Group headed by Du\u0161an Popovi\u0107 was formed at the session of ZAVNO in Kola\u0161in. It was a forerunner of Montenegrin National Theatre, which, as a state institution, will operate in Cetinje from November of that year. In the same month, the newly formed ensemble played the first piece in \u201cZetski dom\u201d. It was the play \u201cVukac Pa\u0161trovi\u0107\u201d, a dramatization of the text by Stjepan Mitrov Ljubi\u0161a, which was directed by Milo\u0161 Jekni\u0107.
\nFrom November 1944 to March 1945, there were 12 plays on the programme at \u201cZetski dom\u201d, but equally important were the first post-war tours of the theatre \u2013 often close to the war operations, which were still ongoing. First, in February and March, 25 plays were performed in Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Croatia, and were attended by a total of 19 thousand visitors. April was marked by a tour in Albania. A total of 11 plays were performed in Tirana, Elbasan, Shkod\u00ebr, Kor\u010da and Podgradec.
\nIn the first half of 1945, Vladimir Dudo \u0160pilar was appointed as the general director of the Theatre, and the collective had 31 members, and by the following year that number would be almost doubled.
\nIt is important to mention that the director Vasilije \u0160\u0107u\u0107kin came to Cetinje in the middle of 1945, and his work with young people influenced that the Pioneer Theatre also operated in \u201cZetski dom\u201d from 1947. In addition, in 1950, the Drama Studio was founded at \u201cZetski dom\u201d.<\/p>\nAfter successful tours, the National Theatre was dedicated to the first post-war season, which began on July 10, 1945, with the premiere of the play \u201cPeople\u2019s Deputy\u201d. During the 1945\/46 season, the audience at \u201cZetski dom\u201d attended 51 performances of the National Theater, but the ensemble was equally active in guest performances. During the summer of 1945, a big tour was organized in nine Montenegrin cities \u2013 with 33 plays performed. The following year, from March to July, the theatre toured almost continuously in Podgorica, Ulcinj, Bar, Petrovac, Budva, Kotor, Risan, Tivat, Herceg Novi, Nik\u0161i\u0107, \u0160avnik, Pljevlja, Bijelo Polje, Berane, Andrijevica, Kola\u0161in, Dubrovnik , Lastovo and Prijepolje. It was the longest tour, during which 111 plays were performed.<\/p>\n
Season 1946\/47. The National Theatre had new general director, Milutin Plamenac, who will soon be replaced with Danilo Leki\u0107. With him, the former director of the Serbian National Theatre Aleksandar Vere\u0161\u010dagin came to Cetinje, whose presence influenced both the repertoire and the organization. During the season, the acting ensemble was divided into two groups \u2013 the first performed on the main stage in \u201cZetski dom\u201d, and the second was in charge of tours. During this season, 55 plays were performed in Cetinje, and for the first time the acting ensemble performed in the surrounding places \u2013 such as Rijeka Crnojevi\u0107a, Ljubotinj and \u010cevo, where the audience saw the play \u201cSuspicious Character\u201d.<\/p>\n
The next season (1947\/48) will be remembered for a record. Namely, from October 1947 to July 1948, the ensemble of the National Theatre performed in \u201cZetski dom\u201d and on tours a total of 202 plays, which were attended by 75,222 spectators. Radio Titograd has additionally started to contribute to the affirmation of dramatic forms in Montenegro, where professional actors read radio dramas. In addition, in 1947, the newspaper \u201cTheatre\u201d was published in Montenegro.<\/p>\n
Season 1948\/49 was\u00a0opened with the premiere of the play \u201cDuboki korijeni\u201d (director: Du\u0161an Popovi\u0107). It this season 66 plays were performed in \u201cZetski dom\u201d and 54 guest appearances. During the next season (1949\/50), 140 plays were performed, and the performances in Croatia were particularly notable \u2013 the ensemble of the National Theatre performed there in front of audiences in Split, \u0160ibenik, Zadar, Sinj, Knin and Metkovi\u0107. In theatre season 1950\/51 seven premieres and 118 plays were performed in \u201cZetski dom\u201d and 11 other Montenegrin cities.<\/p>\n
Number of performances in the theatre season 1951\/52 was higher than the previous one (128), with nine premieres. The piece \u201cThe Mountain Wreath\u201d, which was directed by Miro Kopa\u010d and Mirko Simi\u0107 on the occasion of the centenary of Njego\u0161\u2019s death, was particularly notable. The ensemble of the theatre performed 146 plays in the 1952\/53 season, with 12 premieres, but in the following season their number was considerably smaller (91 performances, 10 premieres).<\/p>\n
The summer of 1954 will mark the 70th anniversary of the founding of the National Theatre. On that occasion, on July 14 and 15, the play \u201c\u0160\u0107epan Mali\u201d (text: Petar II Petrovi\u0107 Njego\u0161; Director: Bo\u0161ko Bo\u0161kovi\u0107) was performed twice on the Cetinje Summer Stage.<\/p>\n
The celebration, however, will be overshadowed by the transformation of the theatre network in Montenegro, which began in April 1954. The Executive Council of the NRCG then issued a Decision on the declaration of the National Theatre in Cetinje as an institution with independent financing.<\/p>\n
The National Theatre performed 141 plays in the 1954\/55 season. Namely, in 1955, the Decision on the termination of the work of the National Theatre in Cetinje as a republican institution with independent financing became valid. Although the Cetinje theatre formally still had the status of professional, its future became quite clear.<\/p>\n
In the biography of \u201cZetski dom\u201d, the year 1955 is also associated with the foundation of the Puppet Theatre. In the period from 1944 to 1955, in addition to the already mentioned Vladimir \u0160pilar, Milutin Plamenac and Danilo Leki\u0107, the general directors of the Cetinje National Theatre were also Du\u0161an Popovi\u0107, Miroslav Dedi\u0107, Radonja Ve\u0161ovi\u0107, Junus Me\u0111edovi\u0107 and Savo Vukmanovi\u0107.[\/vc_column_text]
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\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t![\"\"](\"https:\/\/zetskidom.me\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1950-Tartif-400x300.jpg\")
\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\tThe road to amateurism and extinction (1955-1976)<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t+<\/span>\n\t\t-<\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n\n\t\n\t\t[vc_column_text]Under the management of Petar Vujovi\u0107 and director \u0110or\u0111e Vujovi\u0107, the Cetinje National Theatre entered the 1955\/56 season with much uncertainty due to the decisions of the authorities in 1954 and 1955. Despite this, eight premieres were performed, with a total of 71 plays. But this time, after a long period of time, there were no tours \u2013 only two plays were performed in Danilovgrad, and one in Njegu\u0161i and \u010cevo. The next season (1956\/57) was more notable, among the 106 performances there were nine premieres, and a successful tour on the Montenegrin coast. Although, for the theatre season 1957\/58 10 premieres were prepared, the number of performances was much more modest (64), with only two guest appearances, in Tivat.
\nIn 1957, there was joining of the previously separate units of \u201cZetski dom\u201d \u2013 Puppet Theatre and Pioneer Theatre. In this way, the Cetinje Children\u2019s Theatre was created, which in the following years will be recognizable for its numerous dramatic and puppet plays.<\/p>\nDuring 1958, as a consequence of decisions from 1954 and 1955, the Executive Council of Montenegro will pass a decision on transferring the rights of founders for national theatres to the national committees of municipalities. Accordingly, on May 30, 1958, the People\u2019s Committee of the Municipality of Cetinje passed the Decision on the establishment of the National Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d, which stated, among other things, that \u201cThe theatre has the character of amateur\u201d. In practice, as it will turn out, it was the beginning of the road to the suspension of \u201cZetski dom\u201d, despite the exceptional enthusiasm of the late 1950s and early 1960s.
\nThe members of \u201cZetski dom\u201d in the 1958\/59 season performed 67 plays, and the following season 41. But, apart from the quantity, the repertoire itself became increasingly scarce in other respects as well.<\/p>\n
Already in the 1962\/63 season, the members of \u201cZetski dom\u201d\u201d played only 13 performances, and the building was used for the performance of plays by visiting theaters, as well as programmes of other artistic organizations from Cetinje and beyond.<\/p>\n
During 1976, after several transformations, as well as another fire in the building, \u201cZetski dom\u201d formally ceased to exist \u2013 becoming part of the newly formed Cultural Center. After the devastating earthquake in 1979, due to damage, all activities in \u201cZetski dom\u201d building ceased, the reconstuction would be in the early nineties.[\/vc_column_text]
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\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\tNew life and the third century of Zetski dom (1992-)<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t+<\/span>\n\t\t-<\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n\n\t\n\t\t[vc_column_text]Recovery of the consequences of the devastating earthquake in 1979 in Cetinje took years, and in its final phase, the reconstruction of \u201cZetski dom\u201d building followed. The project was started with the ambition to restore the work of the theatre, which will happen in the early nineties. During 1991, a 60-member Committee for the completion of works was formed and the opening of \u201cZetski dom\u201d followed, which was presided by the Prime Minister of Montenegro Milo \u0110ukanovi\u0107, and which included Prince Nikola Petrovi\u0107, director Du\u0161an Vukoti\u0107, painters Miodrag Dado \u0110uri\u0107 and Dimitrije Popovi\u0107, musician Arsen Dedi\u0107, professor Ratko \u0110urovi\u0107, writer Borislav Peki\u0107, actors Rade \u0160erbed\u017eija, \u017darko Lau\u0161evi\u0107, Dragica Tomas and others.
\nThe reconstruction of the building was supported by the collection of voluntary contributions, and was completed in 1992. The reconstructed building of the oldest theatre opened its doors to art lovers on December 19 of that year. In March of the following year, after a multi-decade break, a professional theatre group performed in \u201cZetski dom\u201d \u2013 it was \u201cAtelje 212\u201d.<\/p>\nThe era during which the new cultural awakening of Cetinje took place, and which history recognizes by the launch of the Cetinje Biennale, brought the idea of renewal of artistic production in \u201cZetski dom\u201d. In this respect, one of the most significant dates was February 10, 1994, when the cult play \u201cPrincess Xenia of Montenegro\u201d by director Radmila Vojvodi\u0107 premiered. Both the premiere and reruns of the play with a plot from the past of Montenegro were marked by enormous interest of the audience.<\/p>\n
In 1995, institution the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d was founded. The renewed institution was managed by acting director Gojko \u010celebi\u0107, and from the first years of its work, the most significant was the hundredth performance of \u201cPrincess Xenia of Montenegro\u201d, which was in 1998.<\/p>\n
The first theatre season after the 1960s in \u201cZetski dom\u201d began in 2002. At that time, acting director was Slobodan Bo\u017eovi\u0107, and then Ljubomir \u0110urkovi\u0107 was appointed general director. The first results of its own production followed in January 2003, when the play \u201cKing Ibi\u201d premiered, directed by Slobodan Milatovi\u0107. After that, the performances \u201cCard Index\u201d, \u201cFinal Countdown\u201d, the opera \u201cDido and Aeneas\u201d were performed, and during the summer of 2003, in cooperation with the Swedish Royal Academy of Music and the Academy of Music from Cetinje will be staged Montenegro Music Festival.
\nSince then until today, the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d stands behind an increasingly dynamic and diverse repertoire. Numerous renowned domestic and foreign directors and actors contributed to the production of our theatre, and our plays have been performed and awarded in a number of European countries. Equally valuable is the effort of those without whom the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d would not be recognized today as one of the leading cultural institutions in Montenegro \u2013 namely its employees.
\nJust like in the 19th and 20th centuries, the audience in Cetinje is directed to the theatre, so the performances in \u201cZetski dom\u201d are filled with spectators. On the other hand, except for tours, we are particularly proud of domestic, regional and international co-productions.<\/p>\n
The mandates of directors Slobodan Bo\u017eovi\u0107, Vesna Miranovi\u0107, artistic director Lidija Dedovi\u0107 and current director Ilija Suboti\u0107 are tied to the operations of the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d in recent times. In addition to numerous productions and the realization of high artistic achievements, the theatre as a partner or leader, participated in projects co-financed by the European Union: \u201cCollective plays!\u201d and ADNICH.
\nThanks to this, we have great cooperation with theatres from Croatia, Slovenia, Serbia and Italy.
\nSince 2015, \u201cZetski dom\u201d has been realizing the Montenegrin International Theatre Festival \u2013 MIT, one of the most important in Montenegro, which, with a carefully selected programmes, contributes to the improvement of culture at the local and national level.<\/p>\n
Another important moment in recent history happened at the end of 2020, when the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski Dom\u201d got a permanent acting ensemble.<\/p>\n
Similar to the post-war period, our theatre was also recognized for the implementation of programmes and projects for children and young people, important for the development of their cultural needs and habits, and participation in the creation of new productions. It is about the educational and cultural segments Studio of the Royal Theatre and Art Education Day.
\nFrom the past, which contains the names of thousands of those who contributed to our theatre from the stage and behind it, we draw motivation for the future, in which \u201cZetski dom\u201d will remain one of the most important pillars of Montenegrin culture.[\/vc_column_text]
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\nThere are numerous events and people who marked the long life of our theatre. In addition to theatre performances, in the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d were also organized vocal and instrumental music performances, concerts, speeches, celebrations, dance schools, exhibitions, sports and social events, cinema screenings and numerous other events.
\nRemembering and appreciating the importance of all programmes and people, that make the history of our theatre precious, below we present the story of the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d by era, each of which was equally important for the development and reputation of our institution.
\nThe information presented in the history is part of comprehensive and extensive research by Ratko \u0110urovi\u0107, Luka Milunovi\u0107, Velimir Vuja\u010di\u0107 and Ljiljana Milunovi\u0107, most of which were presented in the editions of the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d in recent years.
\nTheir work and dedication resulted in an immeasurable contribution to Montenegrin theatre and culture, and the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d expresses gratitude by this way.[\/vc_column_text]
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\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\tThe beginnings of the theater and the construction project (1884-1900)<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t+<\/span>\n\t\t-<\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n\n\t\n\t\t[vc_column_text]The roots of theatrical forms in Cetinje, go back to the middle of the 19th century, when in Biljarda \u2013 in the form of reading rehearsals \u2013 the first casting for the \u201cThe Mountain Wreath\u201d was held, in which Petar II Petrovi\u0107 Njego\u0161 probably participated. Today, in Njego\u0161 Museum in Biljarda, one of the exhibits is a piece of paper with roles. Despite the struggles and wars during the following decades, historiography brings a series of records about the theatre activity in Cetinje \u2013 in 1864, the one-act play \u201cKap otrova\u201d was performed, a year later Marin Stijepi\u0107 was a guest with five volunteer actors, and cultural life was especially stimulated by the establishment of the Cetinje Reading Room (1868). Speeches, plays \u201cKir Janja\u201d, \u201c\u0160aran\u201d and guest appearances by a number of acting troupes marked the seventies of the 19th century.
\nIn addition to Biljarda, drama and similar forms were also performed at the court and in \u201cLokanda\u201d.<\/p>\nThe popularization of theatrical forms, as well as the support of numerous groups and individuals, led to the first appearance of a group in Cetinje at the end of 1883, united in the Voluntary Theatre Society, which originally operated at Cetinje Reading Room.<\/p>\n
On January 2, 1884, the performance of the play \u201cThe Balkan Empress\u201d followed\u200b, based on a play in verse by Prince Nikola, directed by Jovan Pavlovi\u0107. The play was performed in the still unfinished house of Duke Ma\u0161o Vrbica (later the Turkish Embassy), and according to the periodicals of the time, it was attended by numerous citizens of Cetinje \u2013 200 of them in the auditorium, and many outside the building, despite the extreme cold and snow.
\nBesides that, the year 1884 was particularly important because of the initiative to build \u201cZetski dom\u201d. The Society\u2019s idea of \u200b\u200bbuilding a special house in which will be space for a theatre, library and museum was presented for the first time in the appeal of the main Board of Cetinje Reading Room to collect aid for the construction of \u201cZetski dom\u201d.<\/p>\n
In one of the following appeals in \u201cGlas Crnogorca\u201d was published that \u201cZetski dom cannot be the property of any private company, but of the entire Montenegrin people, for that the people have the right to build it\u201d. Already that year, along with members of the royal family and state organizations, the people from Cetinje and the surrounding villages, from Podgorica, Nik\u0161i\u0107 and all other Montenegrin cities, all the way to Shkod\u00ebr, Novi Sad, Sremski Karlovac, Split, Zagreb and Vienna, sent numerous financial contributions, so construction of the building could begin. The foundation stone was laid on May 1, 1884, with great ceremony.<\/p>\n
The project of \u201cZetski dom\u201d building was created by the architect Josip Slade \u0160ilovi\u0107, and the works were directly supervised by To\u0161a Gojkovi\u0107 and Jovo Terzovi\u0107. Slade and Terzovi\u0107 were awarded the Order for the Independence of Montenegro \u2013 Danilo I.<\/p>\n
During the next four years, with the support and frequent attendance of King Nikola and members of the royal family at performances, theatre life in Cetinje became more and more active, and the Voluntary Theatre Society will, on the occasion of the ceremonial welcome in 1885, be a guest in Podgorica for the first time.
\nAlthough unfinished, \u201cZetski dom\u201d building began to serve its purpose in 1888, when Cetinje Reading Room was moved into it. Finally, on the December 5, the first play was performed in a building that would eventually become one of the key symbols of theatre activity in Montenegro. In the still unfinished hall, \u201cThe Balkan Empress\u201d was on the programme, with slightly different protagonists \u2013 among them were the professors, a general, dukes, serdars, military leaders, writers, but also important businessmen and merchants. The mentioned performance will be remembered as the first play performed in \u201cZetski dom.<\/p>\n
At the same time, the Rules of \u201cZetski dom\u201d Society were also published. The document, which had 52 articles, defined in details the Assembly and the Management, the objectives of the activities and the resources of the Society.
\nThe following year will pass with an increasing number of guest appearances at \u201cZetski dom\u201d, but without particular success in the attempt to get Cetinje theatre its acting ensemble. In spite of this, various plays will continue to be performed on stage by Cetinje Reading Room Society, sometimes with the participation of students from Cetinje educational institutions, and in 1894 the \u201cThe Mountain Wreath\u201d Society was established.<\/p>\n
At the same time, the construction of the building continued. The written contract on the interior design of \u201cZetski dom\u201d (1895), was signed by Professor Pavle Popovi\u0107 on behalf of \u201cZetski dom\u201d with the undertakers Domenik Mamola and Karl Savin. Due to interior works during a significant part of 1896, no programs were held in \u201cZetski dom\u201d.
\nA whole 12 years after the foundation stone was laid, the construction of \u201cZetski dom\u201d \u2013 in which was invested \u00a0more than 60 thousand fiorin\u2013 was completely finished. On October 26, 1896, the grand opening of the theatre was held, and for that occasion the premiere of the play \u201cPrince Arvanit\u201d was performed, for which, a year earlier, the text wrote Prince Nikola I Petrovi\u0107.
\nThe completion of the construction of \u201cZetski dom\u201d was also the success of a large campaign to collect voluntary contributions, in which people from all over Montenegro participated, as well as numerous donors from outside Montenegro. It was an example of great solidarity and charity, and \u201cZetski dom\u201d became \u201cthe property of Montenegro and all Montenegrins, not only today but also all who will come after us\u201d (Jovan Pavlovi\u0107, president of the Cetinje Reading Room).<\/p>\n
Since 1896, the name Princely Montenegrin National Theatre has been in official use, which \u2013 along with the modern building \u2013 will have a regularly elected general director. Domestic plays, guest appearances and concerts became an integral part of the repertoire in \u201cZetski dom\u201d\u201d, but the ambition to form a permanent theatre troupe will be realized in the next century.[\/vc_column_text]
\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\tEstablishment and work of permanent theater (1900-1912)<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t+<\/span>\n\t\t-<\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n\n\t\n\t\t[vc_column_text]The beginning of the new century passed with modest theatrical activities in \u201cZetski dom\u201d. After the promulgation of the Constitution for the Principality of Montenegro (1906), it became host for the sessions of the Montenegrin National Assembly.<\/p>\nIn the state parliament, in 1908, the issue was the establishment of permanent theatre, and at the same time, the Project for the establishment of permanent theatre in Montenegro was made. It is believed that the author of the document, written on eight sheets, was Branislav Nu\u0161i\u0107 (Nu\u0161i\u0107\u2019s memorandum).
\nFinally, in 1909, preparations began for the realization of an idea that would represent a special step \u2013 not only for \u201cZetski dom\u201d and Cetinje, but also for theatre activity in Montenegro. In the same year, the Cetinje Workers\u2019 Association hired professional actors Ma\u0161a and Ka\u0107a Petrovi\u0107. Professional state theatre will really come to life, after the presentation of the state budget for 1910, in which the amount of six thousand perper was foreseen for its establishment and work, it became clear that professional state theatre will really function.
\nAlready in February 1910, the Princely Montenegrin National Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d had Jovan Hajdukovi\u0107 as its temporary general director, and Ma\u0161a Petrovi\u0107 as director. The institution was managed by the Theatre\u2019s Literary Committee. Due to disagreements, Hajdukovi\u0107 will be replaced next month with professor Milo Kova\u010devi\u0107, after that extensive preparations for the first theatre season followed. The design of the building was entrusted to Italian engineers and contractors, and the electrification of \u201cZetski dom\u201d was also done. The first Statute of the Princely Montenegrin National Theater with 36 members also became valid.<\/p>\n
The ceremony for the beginning of work of the Princely Montenegrin National Theatre was held on May 16, 1910, with all-day programme. The matinee, during which a specially written prologue was recited by Ka\u0107a Petrovi\u0107, took place with the speech by Prince Nikola, and in the evening the play \u201cThe Balkan Empress\u201d \u200b\u200bwas performed. The opening of the professional theatre in Cetinje was supported by theatre institutions from Zagreb, Belgrade, Prague and Ljubljana, as well as numerous organizations and important personalities from outside Montenegro. The performances in Cetinje were played twice a week during the first period, and in the summer of 1910 the first tour followed in Podgorica, Nik\u0161i\u0107, Bar and Ulcinj.
\nIn preparation for the first theatre season, together with the married couple Petrovi\u0107, professional contracts were also signed with actors Dara Mileti\u0107, Milutin Stevanovi\u0107, Olga Mogu\u0161, Bogi\u0107 Vojvodi\u0107, Milan Rup\u010di\u0107, Milan Katinski, Milko and Rudolf Dir, and the engagement of a number of part-time actors, among them were Ljubomir Tamind\u017ei\u0107, \u0110oko Beg, Bla\u017eo Brati\u010devi\u0107 and others. In addition, \u201cZetski dom\u201d payroll will soon include a housekeeper, a ticket seller, a prompter, a prop man and his assistant, an electrical officer, a ticket officer and a poster distributor. Following changes at the state level, the institution will be renamed the Royal Montenegrin National Theatre.<\/p>\n
The first theatre season (1910\/11) was substantial, and during it, in the period from August 1910 to July 1911, more than 115 plays were performed. From the beginning of 1911, Milutin Stevanovi\u0107 appeared as the director of the plays. On the other hand, from the spring of 1911, Milo Kova\u010devi\u0107 was no longer the general director of \u201cZetski dom\u201d \u2013 he was temporarily replaced in that position with Du\u0161an Vuksan, then with Kosta Kosti\u0107 \u2013 and in June, with a written notice, Pero Bogdanovi\u0107 took over that position. There were also changes in the cast, so, despite several dismissals, the acting couples Hajdu\u0161kovi\u0107, Mici\u0107 and Vu\u010di\u0107evi\u0107 were hired, while Ljubomir Mici\u0107, Nikola Hajdu\u0161kovi\u0107 and Ilija Vu\u010di\u0107evi\u0107 will be hired as directors. During 1910, the visit of the Royal Croatian Theatre from Zagreb was notable, while the ensemble of the Royal Montenegrin National Theatre staged seven performances in Nik\u0161i\u0107 in the summer of 1911.
\nThe second theatre season (1911\/12) began in mid-October. During six months, according to the available data, more than 60 plays were performed in the Royal Montenegrin National Theatre. After that, the ensemble toured in Podgorica and Nik\u0161i\u0107, where they performed 21 plays.
\nPreparations for the third season in \u201cZetski dom\u201d were abruptly stopped in the fall of 1912, due to the start of the war. Two Balkan wars and one world war will cause the suspension of the work of \u201cZetski dom\u201d for a long period. In 1916, the theatre building suffered serious damage in a fire, and the theatre would come to life again in the fourth decade of the 20th century.[\/vc_column_text]
\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\tFrom the reconstruction to the end of the war (1931-1944)<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t+<\/span>\n\t\t-<\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n\n\t\n\t\t[vc_column_text]The three wars in which Montenegro participated during the second decade of the 20th century caused the theatrical life in Cetinje to die, and during one period \u201cZetski dom\u201d building was used for wounded. After the First World War, the Kingdom of Montenegro disappeared \u2013 and the National Theatre also suffered its fate, and the building was destroyed during the war.
\nGreat social divisions reflected in attempts to restore theatre activities. Jago\u0161 Jovanovi\u0107 wrote in the work \u201cDevelopment of theatre art in Montenegro\u201d that \u201cthe new government had no authority, its decisions and solutions were not respected and implemented even by those who created it, so it is understandable that in such conditions nothing could be done to develop cultural life either.\u201d<\/p>\nNevertheless, in 1922, a group of enthusiasts \u2013 among them several actors from the former Royal Montenegrin National Theatre \u2013 started the Cetinje Theatre Society. The activities of the new organization received considerable attention from the citizens, and at the same time they also represented a strong pressure on the authorities to establish a professional state theatre.<\/p>\n
However, the preparations for the reconstruction of \u201cZetski dom\u201d took too long, and the activities on establishing the professional theatre were not more dynamic. Therefore, in 1931, with the publication of the Rulebook of the Zeta Banate Theatre, the continuation of theatre activity was official. Experienced director and theatre organizer Mihailo Markovi\u0107 was appointed as general director, and the reconstruction of \u201cZetski dom\u201d building was completed almost at the same time. However, during the reconstruction, almost no attention was paid to the original structure of the building \u2013 both the exterior and the interior were completely changed. The front facade got a completely different look, and the recognizable three arches at the entrance disappeared. Instead of the painted curtain that existed before, the stage in the theatre was closed by a monochrome drapery.<\/p>\n
The reconstucted theatre in Cetinje was officially opened on September 6, 1931, with the performance of three drama segments directed by Jovan Gec \u2013 \u201cThe Mountain Wreath\u201d, \u201cThe Death of mother Jugovich\u201d and \u201cHasanaginica\u201d. Four days later, the 1931\/32 theatre season will begin, with the play \u201cThe Government Inspector\u201d, directed by Mihailo Markovi\u0107. During the season that lasted until May 1932, the Zeta Banate National Theatre staged 68 performances on its home stage. In addition, two tours were realized. During the first tour, at the end of 1931, the ensemble performed in Dubrovnik, Kotor and Herceg Novi. From May to July, guest appearances followed in Nik\u0161i\u0107, Kola\u0161in, Andrijevica, Berane, Bijelo Polje, Mitrovica, Prijepolje and, on the way back, in Podgorica.<\/p>\n
In the next season theatre had 34 members in the artistic and technical ensemble, i.e. 11 less than in the previous one. At the beginning, on September 25, the premiere of the play \u201cMaksim Crnojevi\u0107\u201d was performed , directed by Vas Kosti\u0107, and by the end of the season, 67 more plays will be performed on the stage of \u201cZetski dom\u201d, mostly directed by Milo\u0161 Raj\u010devi\u0107. The first of two tours in the 1932\/33 season, took place in November and December, in Dubrovnik, Kotor, Risan, Herceg Novi, Tivat and Trebinje. During the second, organized from May to July, the theatre ensemble performed in Podgorica, Danilovgrad, Nik\u0161i\u0107, Kotor, Tivat, Herceg Novi, Risan and Trebinje.<\/p>\n
The next two years brought a new lull in the work of \u201cZetski dom\u201d \u2013 almost all the members of the ensemble left and went to other theatre houses, so the reconstuction followed in 1935, when Jovan Gec was appointed as the general director of the theatre. Thus, the 1935\/36 theatre season started in September, during which almost 80 plays were performed in Cetinje. On the other hand, there were also two tours \u2013 at the end of 1935, the members of the ensemble performed on stages in Tivat, Dubrovnik, Risan, Kotor, Herceg Novi and Trebinje, followed by guest appearances in the continental part of Zeta Banate from May.<\/p>\n
The 1936\/37 season, during which 21 premieres were staged, along with two new tours, will be marked by the departure of Jovan Gec from the position of general director, shortly after Vitomir Bogi\u0107 took over this position . With 24 engaged persons in the artistic and 11 in the technical part of the ensemble, the theatre staged 17 premieres next season, along with already established tours at the end of the year and during the spring. In October 1939, the Children\u2019s Theatre started to work.
\nThis was the case until the end of the 1940\/41 season, when the war drastically affected the work of the theatre. Despite this, during the summer of 1941, the occupying authorities \u2013 took a stand that the theatre must continue functioning. The 1941\/42 season began in September, which, with an extraordinary atmosphere and modest quality, passed in the sign of a dozen pieces. At the same time, many former members of the artistic and technical part of the ensemble joined the partisans. Among them was \u0160piro Mugo\u0161a, who died in 1943, as well as Du\u0161an Popovi\u0107, who worked in wartime to create a drama group that performed in the liberated territories of Montenegro.[\/vc_column_text]
\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\tNotable production in the post-war period (1944-1955)<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t+<\/span>\n\t\t-<\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n\n\t\n\t\t[vc_column_text]At the end of the World War II, theatre activity was quickly restored in Montenegro. This statement is especially true when it comes to Cetinje, where \u201cZetski dom\u201d started working only a few days after the liberation (November 13, 1944).
\nThis strategy was developed at the beginning of 1944, when the Art Group headed by Du\u0161an Popovi\u0107 was formed at the session of ZAVNO in Kola\u0161in. It was a forerunner of Montenegrin National Theatre, which, as a state institution, will operate in Cetinje from November of that year. In the same month, the newly formed ensemble played the first piece in \u201cZetski dom\u201d. It was the play \u201cVukac Pa\u0161trovi\u0107\u201d, a dramatization of the text by Stjepan Mitrov Ljubi\u0161a, which was directed by Milo\u0161 Jekni\u0107.
\nFrom November 1944 to March 1945, there were 12 plays on the programme at \u201cZetski dom\u201d, but equally important were the first post-war tours of the theatre \u2013 often close to the war operations, which were still ongoing. First, in February and March, 25 plays were performed in Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Croatia, and were attended by a total of 19 thousand visitors. April was marked by a tour in Albania. A total of 11 plays were performed in Tirana, Elbasan, Shkod\u00ebr, Kor\u010da and Podgradec.
\nIn the first half of 1945, Vladimir Dudo \u0160pilar was appointed as the general director of the Theatre, and the collective had 31 members, and by the following year that number would be almost doubled.
\nIt is important to mention that the director Vasilije \u0160\u0107u\u0107kin came to Cetinje in the middle of 1945, and his work with young people influenced that the Pioneer Theatre also operated in \u201cZetski dom\u201d from 1947. In addition, in 1950, the Drama Studio was founded at \u201cZetski dom\u201d.<\/p>\nAfter successful tours, the National Theatre was dedicated to the first post-war season, which began on July 10, 1945, with the premiere of the play \u201cPeople\u2019s Deputy\u201d. During the 1945\/46 season, the audience at \u201cZetski dom\u201d attended 51 performances of the National Theater, but the ensemble was equally active in guest performances. During the summer of 1945, a big tour was organized in nine Montenegrin cities \u2013 with 33 plays performed. The following year, from March to July, the theatre toured almost continuously in Podgorica, Ulcinj, Bar, Petrovac, Budva, Kotor, Risan, Tivat, Herceg Novi, Nik\u0161i\u0107, \u0160avnik, Pljevlja, Bijelo Polje, Berane, Andrijevica, Kola\u0161in, Dubrovnik , Lastovo and Prijepolje. It was the longest tour, during which 111 plays were performed.<\/p>\n
Season 1946\/47. The National Theatre had new general director, Milutin Plamenac, who will soon be replaced with Danilo Leki\u0107. With him, the former director of the Serbian National Theatre Aleksandar Vere\u0161\u010dagin came to Cetinje, whose presence influenced both the repertoire and the organization. During the season, the acting ensemble was divided into two groups \u2013 the first performed on the main stage in \u201cZetski dom\u201d, and the second was in charge of tours. During this season, 55 plays were performed in Cetinje, and for the first time the acting ensemble performed in the surrounding places \u2013 such as Rijeka Crnojevi\u0107a, Ljubotinj and \u010cevo, where the audience saw the play \u201cSuspicious Character\u201d.<\/p>\n
The next season (1947\/48) will be remembered for a record. Namely, from October 1947 to July 1948, the ensemble of the National Theatre performed in \u201cZetski dom\u201d and on tours a total of 202 plays, which were attended by 75,222 spectators. Radio Titograd has additionally started to contribute to the affirmation of dramatic forms in Montenegro, where professional actors read radio dramas. In addition, in 1947, the newspaper \u201cTheatre\u201d was published in Montenegro.<\/p>\n
Season 1948\/49 was\u00a0opened with the premiere of the play \u201cDuboki korijeni\u201d (director: Du\u0161an Popovi\u0107). It this season 66 plays were performed in \u201cZetski dom\u201d and 54 guest appearances. During the next season (1949\/50), 140 plays were performed, and the performances in Croatia were particularly notable \u2013 the ensemble of the National Theatre performed there in front of audiences in Split, \u0160ibenik, Zadar, Sinj, Knin and Metkovi\u0107. In theatre season 1950\/51 seven premieres and 118 plays were performed in \u201cZetski dom\u201d and 11 other Montenegrin cities.<\/p>\n
Number of performances in the theatre season 1951\/52 was higher than the previous one (128), with nine premieres. The piece \u201cThe Mountain Wreath\u201d, which was directed by Miro Kopa\u010d and Mirko Simi\u0107 on the occasion of the centenary of Njego\u0161\u2019s death, was particularly notable. The ensemble of the theatre performed 146 plays in the 1952\/53 season, with 12 premieres, but in the following season their number was considerably smaller (91 performances, 10 premieres).<\/p>\n
The summer of 1954 will mark the 70th anniversary of the founding of the National Theatre. On that occasion, on July 14 and 15, the play \u201c\u0160\u0107epan Mali\u201d (text: Petar II Petrovi\u0107 Njego\u0161; Director: Bo\u0161ko Bo\u0161kovi\u0107) was performed twice on the Cetinje Summer Stage.<\/p>\n
The celebration, however, will be overshadowed by the transformation of the theatre network in Montenegro, which began in April 1954. The Executive Council of the NRCG then issued a Decision on the declaration of the National Theatre in Cetinje as an institution with independent financing.<\/p>\n
The National Theatre performed 141 plays in the 1954\/55 season. Namely, in 1955, the Decision on the termination of the work of the National Theatre in Cetinje as a republican institution with independent financing became valid. Although the Cetinje theatre formally still had the status of professional, its future became quite clear.<\/p>\n
In the biography of \u201cZetski dom\u201d, the year 1955 is also associated with the foundation of the Puppet Theatre. In the period from 1944 to 1955, in addition to the already mentioned Vladimir \u0160pilar, Milutin Plamenac and Danilo Leki\u0107, the general directors of the Cetinje National Theatre were also Du\u0161an Popovi\u0107, Miroslav Dedi\u0107, Radonja Ve\u0161ovi\u0107, Junus Me\u0111edovi\u0107 and Savo Vukmanovi\u0107.[\/vc_column_text]
\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\tThe road to amateurism and extinction (1955-1976)<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t+<\/span>\n\t\t-<\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n\n\t\n\t\t[vc_column_text]Under the management of Petar Vujovi\u0107 and director \u0110or\u0111e Vujovi\u0107, the Cetinje National Theatre entered the 1955\/56 season with much uncertainty due to the decisions of the authorities in 1954 and 1955. Despite this, eight premieres were performed, with a total of 71 plays. But this time, after a long period of time, there were no tours \u2013 only two plays were performed in Danilovgrad, and one in Njegu\u0161i and \u010cevo. The next season (1956\/57) was more notable, among the 106 performances there were nine premieres, and a successful tour on the Montenegrin coast. Although, for the theatre season 1957\/58 10 premieres were prepared, the number of performances was much more modest (64), with only two guest appearances, in Tivat.
\nIn 1957, there was joining of the previously separate units of \u201cZetski dom\u201d \u2013 Puppet Theatre and Pioneer Theatre. In this way, the Cetinje Children\u2019s Theatre was created, which in the following years will be recognizable for its numerous dramatic and puppet plays.<\/p>\nDuring 1958, as a consequence of decisions from 1954 and 1955, the Executive Council of Montenegro will pass a decision on transferring the rights of founders for national theatres to the national committees of municipalities. Accordingly, on May 30, 1958, the People\u2019s Committee of the Municipality of Cetinje passed the Decision on the establishment of the National Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d, which stated, among other things, that \u201cThe theatre has the character of amateur\u201d. In practice, as it will turn out, it was the beginning of the road to the suspension of \u201cZetski dom\u201d, despite the exceptional enthusiasm of the late 1950s and early 1960s.
\nThe members of \u201cZetski dom\u201d in the 1958\/59 season performed 67 plays, and the following season 41. But, apart from the quantity, the repertoire itself became increasingly scarce in other respects as well.<\/p>\n
Already in the 1962\/63 season, the members of \u201cZetski dom\u201d\u201d played only 13 performances, and the building was used for the performance of plays by visiting theaters, as well as programmes of other artistic organizations from Cetinje and beyond.<\/p>\n
During 1976, after several transformations, as well as another fire in the building, \u201cZetski dom\u201d formally ceased to exist \u2013 becoming part of the newly formed Cultural Center. After the devastating earthquake in 1979, due to damage, all activities in \u201cZetski dom\u201d building ceased, the reconstuction would be in the early nineties.[\/vc_column_text]
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\nThe reconstruction of the building was supported by the collection of voluntary contributions, and was completed in 1992. The reconstructed building of the oldest theatre opened its doors to art lovers on December 19 of that year. In March of the following year, after a multi-decade break, a professional theatre group performed in \u201cZetski dom\u201d \u2013 it was \u201cAtelje 212\u201d.<\/p>\nThe era during which the new cultural awakening of Cetinje took place, and which history recognizes by the launch of the Cetinje Biennale, brought the idea of renewal of artistic production in \u201cZetski dom\u201d. In this respect, one of the most significant dates was February 10, 1994, when the cult play \u201cPrincess Xenia of Montenegro\u201d by director Radmila Vojvodi\u0107 premiered. Both the premiere and reruns of the play with a plot from the past of Montenegro were marked by enormous interest of the audience.<\/p>\n
In 1995, institution the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d was founded. The renewed institution was managed by acting director Gojko \u010celebi\u0107, and from the first years of its work, the most significant was the hundredth performance of \u201cPrincess Xenia of Montenegro\u201d, which was in 1998.<\/p>\n
The first theatre season after the 1960s in \u201cZetski dom\u201d began in 2002. At that time, acting director was Slobodan Bo\u017eovi\u0107, and then Ljubomir \u0110urkovi\u0107 was appointed general director. The first results of its own production followed in January 2003, when the play \u201cKing Ibi\u201d premiered, directed by Slobodan Milatovi\u0107. After that, the performances \u201cCard Index\u201d, \u201cFinal Countdown\u201d, the opera \u201cDido and Aeneas\u201d were performed, and during the summer of 2003, in cooperation with the Swedish Royal Academy of Music and the Academy of Music from Cetinje will be staged Montenegro Music Festival.
\nSince then until today, the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d stands behind an increasingly dynamic and diverse repertoire. Numerous renowned domestic and foreign directors and actors contributed to the production of our theatre, and our plays have been performed and awarded in a number of European countries. Equally valuable is the effort of those without whom the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d would not be recognized today as one of the leading cultural institutions in Montenegro \u2013 namely its employees.
\nJust like in the 19th and 20th centuries, the audience in Cetinje is directed to the theatre, so the performances in \u201cZetski dom\u201d are filled with spectators. On the other hand, except for tours, we are particularly proud of domestic, regional and international co-productions.<\/p>\n
The mandates of directors Slobodan Bo\u017eovi\u0107, Vesna Miranovi\u0107, artistic director Lidija Dedovi\u0107 and current director Ilija Suboti\u0107 are tied to the operations of the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d in recent times. In addition to numerous productions and the realization of high artistic achievements, the theatre as a partner or leader, participated in projects co-financed by the European Union: \u201cCollective plays!\u201d and ADNICH.
\nThanks to this, we have great cooperation with theatres from Croatia, Slovenia, Serbia and Italy.
\nSince 2015, \u201cZetski dom\u201d has been realizing the Montenegrin International Theatre Festival \u2013 MIT, one of the most important in Montenegro, which, with a carefully selected programmes, contributes to the improvement of culture at the local and national level.<\/p>\n
Another important moment in recent history happened at the end of 2020, when the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski Dom\u201d got a permanent acting ensemble.<\/p>\n
Similar to the post-war period, our theatre was also recognized for the implementation of programmes and projects for children and young people, important for the development of their cultural needs and habits, and participation in the creation of new productions. It is about the educational and cultural segments Studio of the Royal Theatre and Art Education Day.
\nFrom the past, which contains the names of thousands of those who contributed to our theatre from the stage and behind it, we draw motivation for the future, in which \u201cZetski dom\u201d will remain one of the most important pillars of Montenegrin culture.[\/vc_column_text]
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\nIn addition to Biljarda, drama and similar forms were also performed at the court and in \u201cLokanda\u201d.<\/p>\n
The popularization of theatrical forms, as well as the support of numerous groups and individuals, led to the first appearance of a group in Cetinje at the end of 1883, united in the Voluntary Theatre Society, which originally operated at Cetinje Reading Room.<\/p>\n
On January 2, 1884, the performance of the play \u201cThe Balkan Empress\u201d followed\u200b, based on a play in verse by Prince Nikola, directed by Jovan Pavlovi\u0107. The play was performed in the still unfinished house of Duke Ma\u0161o Vrbica (later the Turkish Embassy), and according to the periodicals of the time, it was attended by numerous citizens of Cetinje \u2013 200 of them in the auditorium, and many outside the building, despite the extreme cold and snow.
\nBesides that, the year 1884 was particularly important because of the initiative to build \u201cZetski dom\u201d. The Society\u2019s idea of \u200b\u200bbuilding a special house in which will be space for a theatre, library and museum was presented for the first time in the appeal of the main Board of Cetinje Reading Room to collect aid for the construction of \u201cZetski dom\u201d.<\/p>\n
In one of the following appeals in \u201cGlas Crnogorca\u201d was published that \u201cZetski dom cannot be the property of any private company, but of the entire Montenegrin people, for that the people have the right to build it\u201d. Already that year, along with members of the royal family and state organizations, the people from Cetinje and the surrounding villages, from Podgorica, Nik\u0161i\u0107 and all other Montenegrin cities, all the way to Shkod\u00ebr, Novi Sad, Sremski Karlovac, Split, Zagreb and Vienna, sent numerous financial contributions, so construction of the building could begin. The foundation stone was laid on May 1, 1884, with great ceremony.<\/p>\n
The project of \u201cZetski dom\u201d building was created by the architect Josip Slade \u0160ilovi\u0107, and the works were directly supervised by To\u0161a Gojkovi\u0107 and Jovo Terzovi\u0107. Slade and Terzovi\u0107 were awarded the Order for the Independence of Montenegro \u2013 Danilo I.<\/p>\n
During the next four years, with the support and frequent attendance of King Nikola and members of the royal family at performances, theatre life in Cetinje became more and more active, and the Voluntary Theatre Society will, on the occasion of the ceremonial welcome in 1885, be a guest in Podgorica for the first time.
\nAlthough unfinished, \u201cZetski dom\u201d building began to serve its purpose in 1888, when Cetinje Reading Room was moved into it. Finally, on the December 5, the first play was performed in a building that would eventually become one of the key symbols of theatre activity in Montenegro. In the still unfinished hall, \u201cThe Balkan Empress\u201d was on the programme, with slightly different protagonists \u2013 among them were the professors, a general, dukes, serdars, military leaders, writers, but also important businessmen and merchants. The mentioned performance will be remembered as the first play performed in \u201cZetski dom.<\/p>\n
At the same time, the Rules of \u201cZetski dom\u201d Society were also published. The document, which had 52 articles, defined in details the Assembly and the Management, the objectives of the activities and the resources of the Society.
\nThe following year will pass with an increasing number of guest appearances at \u201cZetski dom\u201d, but without particular success in the attempt to get Cetinje theatre its acting ensemble. In spite of this, various plays will continue to be performed on stage by Cetinje Reading Room Society, sometimes with the participation of students from Cetinje educational institutions, and in 1894 the \u201cThe Mountain Wreath\u201d Society was established.<\/p>\n
At the same time, the construction of the building continued. The written contract on the interior design of \u201cZetski dom\u201d (1895), was signed by Professor Pavle Popovi\u0107 on behalf of \u201cZetski dom\u201d with the undertakers Domenik Mamola and Karl Savin. Due to interior works during a significant part of 1896, no programs were held in \u201cZetski dom\u201d.
\nA whole 12 years after the foundation stone was laid, the construction of \u201cZetski dom\u201d \u2013 in which was invested \u00a0more than 60 thousand fiorin\u2013 was completely finished. On October 26, 1896, the grand opening of the theatre was held, and for that occasion the premiere of the play \u201cPrince Arvanit\u201d was performed, for which, a year earlier, the text wrote Prince Nikola I Petrovi\u0107.
\nThe completion of the construction of \u201cZetski dom\u201d was also the success of a large campaign to collect voluntary contributions, in which people from all over Montenegro participated, as well as numerous donors from outside Montenegro. It was an example of great solidarity and charity, and \u201cZetski dom\u201d became \u201cthe property of Montenegro and all Montenegrins, not only today but also all who will come after us\u201d (Jovan Pavlovi\u0107, president of the Cetinje Reading Room).<\/p>\n
Since 1896, the name Princely Montenegrin National Theatre has been in official use, which \u2013 along with the modern building \u2013 will have a regularly elected general director. Domestic plays, guest appearances and concerts became an integral part of the repertoire in \u201cZetski dom\u201d\u201d, but the ambition to form a permanent theatre troupe will be realized in the next century.[\/vc_column_text]
\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\tEstablishment and work of permanent theater (1900-1912)<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t+<\/span>\n\t\t-<\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n\n\t\n\t\t[vc_column_text]The beginning of the new century passed with modest theatrical activities in \u201cZetski dom\u201d. After the promulgation of the Constitution for the Principality of Montenegro (1906), it became host for the sessions of the Montenegrin National Assembly.<\/p>\nIn the state parliament, in 1908, the issue was the establishment of permanent theatre, and at the same time, the Project for the establishment of permanent theatre in Montenegro was made. It is believed that the author of the document, written on eight sheets, was Branislav Nu\u0161i\u0107 (Nu\u0161i\u0107\u2019s memorandum).
\nFinally, in 1909, preparations began for the realization of an idea that would represent a special step \u2013 not only for \u201cZetski dom\u201d and Cetinje, but also for theatre activity in Montenegro. In the same year, the Cetinje Workers\u2019 Association hired professional actors Ma\u0161a and Ka\u0107a Petrovi\u0107. Professional state theatre will really come to life, after the presentation of the state budget for 1910, in which the amount of six thousand perper was foreseen for its establishment and work, it became clear that professional state theatre will really function.
\nAlready in February 1910, the Princely Montenegrin National Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d had Jovan Hajdukovi\u0107 as its temporary general director, and Ma\u0161a Petrovi\u0107 as director. The institution was managed by the Theatre\u2019s Literary Committee. Due to disagreements, Hajdukovi\u0107 will be replaced next month with professor Milo Kova\u010devi\u0107, after that extensive preparations for the first theatre season followed. The design of the building was entrusted to Italian engineers and contractors, and the electrification of \u201cZetski dom\u201d was also done. The first Statute of the Princely Montenegrin National Theater with 36 members also became valid.<\/p>\n
The ceremony for the beginning of work of the Princely Montenegrin National Theatre was held on May 16, 1910, with all-day programme. The matinee, during which a specially written prologue was recited by Ka\u0107a Petrovi\u0107, took place with the speech by Prince Nikola, and in the evening the play \u201cThe Balkan Empress\u201d \u200b\u200bwas performed. The opening of the professional theatre in Cetinje was supported by theatre institutions from Zagreb, Belgrade, Prague and Ljubljana, as well as numerous organizations and important personalities from outside Montenegro. The performances in Cetinje were played twice a week during the first period, and in the summer of 1910 the first tour followed in Podgorica, Nik\u0161i\u0107, Bar and Ulcinj.
\nIn preparation for the first theatre season, together with the married couple Petrovi\u0107, professional contracts were also signed with actors Dara Mileti\u0107, Milutin Stevanovi\u0107, Olga Mogu\u0161, Bogi\u0107 Vojvodi\u0107, Milan Rup\u010di\u0107, Milan Katinski, Milko and Rudolf Dir, and the engagement of a number of part-time actors, among them were Ljubomir Tamind\u017ei\u0107, \u0110oko Beg, Bla\u017eo Brati\u010devi\u0107 and others. In addition, \u201cZetski dom\u201d payroll will soon include a housekeeper, a ticket seller, a prompter, a prop man and his assistant, an electrical officer, a ticket officer and a poster distributor. Following changes at the state level, the institution will be renamed the Royal Montenegrin National Theatre.<\/p>\n
The first theatre season (1910\/11) was substantial, and during it, in the period from August 1910 to July 1911, more than 115 plays were performed. From the beginning of 1911, Milutin Stevanovi\u0107 appeared as the director of the plays. On the other hand, from the spring of 1911, Milo Kova\u010devi\u0107 was no longer the general director of \u201cZetski dom\u201d \u2013 he was temporarily replaced in that position with Du\u0161an Vuksan, then with Kosta Kosti\u0107 \u2013 and in June, with a written notice, Pero Bogdanovi\u0107 took over that position. There were also changes in the cast, so, despite several dismissals, the acting couples Hajdu\u0161kovi\u0107, Mici\u0107 and Vu\u010di\u0107evi\u0107 were hired, while Ljubomir Mici\u0107, Nikola Hajdu\u0161kovi\u0107 and Ilija Vu\u010di\u0107evi\u0107 will be hired as directors. During 1910, the visit of the Royal Croatian Theatre from Zagreb was notable, while the ensemble of the Royal Montenegrin National Theatre staged seven performances in Nik\u0161i\u0107 in the summer of 1911.
\nThe second theatre season (1911\/12) began in mid-October. During six months, according to the available data, more than 60 plays were performed in the Royal Montenegrin National Theatre. After that, the ensemble toured in Podgorica and Nik\u0161i\u0107, where they performed 21 plays.
\nPreparations for the third season in \u201cZetski dom\u201d were abruptly stopped in the fall of 1912, due to the start of the war. Two Balkan wars and one world war will cause the suspension of the work of \u201cZetski dom\u201d for a long period. In 1916, the theatre building suffered serious damage in a fire, and the theatre would come to life again in the fourth decade of the 20th century.[\/vc_column_text]
\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\tFrom the reconstruction to the end of the war (1931-1944)<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t+<\/span>\n\t\t-<\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n\n\t\n\t\t[vc_column_text]The three wars in which Montenegro participated during the second decade of the 20th century caused the theatrical life in Cetinje to die, and during one period \u201cZetski dom\u201d building was used for wounded. After the First World War, the Kingdom of Montenegro disappeared \u2013 and the National Theatre also suffered its fate, and the building was destroyed during the war.
\nGreat social divisions reflected in attempts to restore theatre activities. Jago\u0161 Jovanovi\u0107 wrote in the work \u201cDevelopment of theatre art in Montenegro\u201d that \u201cthe new government had no authority, its decisions and solutions were not respected and implemented even by those who created it, so it is understandable that in such conditions nothing could be done to develop cultural life either.\u201d<\/p>\nNevertheless, in 1922, a group of enthusiasts \u2013 among them several actors from the former Royal Montenegrin National Theatre \u2013 started the Cetinje Theatre Society. The activities of the new organization received considerable attention from the citizens, and at the same time they also represented a strong pressure on the authorities to establish a professional state theatre.<\/p>\n
However, the preparations for the reconstruction of \u201cZetski dom\u201d took too long, and the activities on establishing the professional theatre were not more dynamic. Therefore, in 1931, with the publication of the Rulebook of the Zeta Banate Theatre, the continuation of theatre activity was official. Experienced director and theatre organizer Mihailo Markovi\u0107 was appointed as general director, and the reconstruction of \u201cZetski dom\u201d building was completed almost at the same time. However, during the reconstruction, almost no attention was paid to the original structure of the building \u2013 both the exterior and the interior were completely changed. The front facade got a completely different look, and the recognizable three arches at the entrance disappeared. Instead of the painted curtain that existed before, the stage in the theatre was closed by a monochrome drapery.<\/p>\n
The reconstucted theatre in Cetinje was officially opened on September 6, 1931, with the performance of three drama segments directed by Jovan Gec \u2013 \u201cThe Mountain Wreath\u201d, \u201cThe Death of mother Jugovich\u201d and \u201cHasanaginica\u201d. Four days later, the 1931\/32 theatre season will begin, with the play \u201cThe Government Inspector\u201d, directed by Mihailo Markovi\u0107. During the season that lasted until May 1932, the Zeta Banate National Theatre staged 68 performances on its home stage. In addition, two tours were realized. During the first tour, at the end of 1931, the ensemble performed in Dubrovnik, Kotor and Herceg Novi. From May to July, guest appearances followed in Nik\u0161i\u0107, Kola\u0161in, Andrijevica, Berane, Bijelo Polje, Mitrovica, Prijepolje and, on the way back, in Podgorica.<\/p>\n
In the next season theatre had 34 members in the artistic and technical ensemble, i.e. 11 less than in the previous one. At the beginning, on September 25, the premiere of the play \u201cMaksim Crnojevi\u0107\u201d was performed , directed by Vas Kosti\u0107, and by the end of the season, 67 more plays will be performed on the stage of \u201cZetski dom\u201d, mostly directed by Milo\u0161 Raj\u010devi\u0107. The first of two tours in the 1932\/33 season, took place in November and December, in Dubrovnik, Kotor, Risan, Herceg Novi, Tivat and Trebinje. During the second, organized from May to July, the theatre ensemble performed in Podgorica, Danilovgrad, Nik\u0161i\u0107, Kotor, Tivat, Herceg Novi, Risan and Trebinje.<\/p>\n
The next two years brought a new lull in the work of \u201cZetski dom\u201d \u2013 almost all the members of the ensemble left and went to other theatre houses, so the reconstuction followed in 1935, when Jovan Gec was appointed as the general director of the theatre. Thus, the 1935\/36 theatre season started in September, during which almost 80 plays were performed in Cetinje. On the other hand, there were also two tours \u2013 at the end of 1935, the members of the ensemble performed on stages in Tivat, Dubrovnik, Risan, Kotor, Herceg Novi and Trebinje, followed by guest appearances in the continental part of Zeta Banate from May.<\/p>\n
The 1936\/37 season, during which 21 premieres were staged, along with two new tours, will be marked by the departure of Jovan Gec from the position of general director, shortly after Vitomir Bogi\u0107 took over this position . With 24 engaged persons in the artistic and 11 in the technical part of the ensemble, the theatre staged 17 premieres next season, along with already established tours at the end of the year and during the spring. In October 1939, the Children\u2019s Theatre started to work.
\nThis was the case until the end of the 1940\/41 season, when the war drastically affected the work of the theatre. Despite this, during the summer of 1941, the occupying authorities \u2013 took a stand that the theatre must continue functioning. The 1941\/42 season began in September, which, with an extraordinary atmosphere and modest quality, passed in the sign of a dozen pieces. At the same time, many former members of the artistic and technical part of the ensemble joined the partisans. Among them was \u0160piro Mugo\u0161a, who died in 1943, as well as Du\u0161an Popovi\u0107, who worked in wartime to create a drama group that performed in the liberated territories of Montenegro.[\/vc_column_text]
\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\tNotable production in the post-war period (1944-1955)<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t+<\/span>\n\t\t-<\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n\n\t\n\t\t[vc_column_text]At the end of the World War II, theatre activity was quickly restored in Montenegro. This statement is especially true when it comes to Cetinje, where \u201cZetski dom\u201d started working only a few days after the liberation (November 13, 1944).
\nThis strategy was developed at the beginning of 1944, when the Art Group headed by Du\u0161an Popovi\u0107 was formed at the session of ZAVNO in Kola\u0161in. It was a forerunner of Montenegrin National Theatre, which, as a state institution, will operate in Cetinje from November of that year. In the same month, the newly formed ensemble played the first piece in \u201cZetski dom\u201d. It was the play \u201cVukac Pa\u0161trovi\u0107\u201d, a dramatization of the text by Stjepan Mitrov Ljubi\u0161a, which was directed by Milo\u0161 Jekni\u0107.
\nFrom November 1944 to March 1945, there were 12 plays on the programme at \u201cZetski dom\u201d, but equally important were the first post-war tours of the theatre \u2013 often close to the war operations, which were still ongoing. First, in February and March, 25 plays were performed in Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Croatia, and were attended by a total of 19 thousand visitors. April was marked by a tour in Albania. A total of 11 plays were performed in Tirana, Elbasan, Shkod\u00ebr, Kor\u010da and Podgradec.
\nIn the first half of 1945, Vladimir Dudo \u0160pilar was appointed as the general director of the Theatre, and the collective had 31 members, and by the following year that number would be almost doubled.
\nIt is important to mention that the director Vasilije \u0160\u0107u\u0107kin came to Cetinje in the middle of 1945, and his work with young people influenced that the Pioneer Theatre also operated in \u201cZetski dom\u201d from 1947. In addition, in 1950, the Drama Studio was founded at \u201cZetski dom\u201d.<\/p>\nAfter successful tours, the National Theatre was dedicated to the first post-war season, which began on July 10, 1945, with the premiere of the play \u201cPeople\u2019s Deputy\u201d. During the 1945\/46 season, the audience at \u201cZetski dom\u201d attended 51 performances of the National Theater, but the ensemble was equally active in guest performances. During the summer of 1945, a big tour was organized in nine Montenegrin cities \u2013 with 33 plays performed. The following year, from March to July, the theatre toured almost continuously in Podgorica, Ulcinj, Bar, Petrovac, Budva, Kotor, Risan, Tivat, Herceg Novi, Nik\u0161i\u0107, \u0160avnik, Pljevlja, Bijelo Polje, Berane, Andrijevica, Kola\u0161in, Dubrovnik , Lastovo and Prijepolje. It was the longest tour, during which 111 plays were performed.<\/p>\n
Season 1946\/47. The National Theatre had new general director, Milutin Plamenac, who will soon be replaced with Danilo Leki\u0107. With him, the former director of the Serbian National Theatre Aleksandar Vere\u0161\u010dagin came to Cetinje, whose presence influenced both the repertoire and the organization. During the season, the acting ensemble was divided into two groups \u2013 the first performed on the main stage in \u201cZetski dom\u201d, and the second was in charge of tours. During this season, 55 plays were performed in Cetinje, and for the first time the acting ensemble performed in the surrounding places \u2013 such as Rijeka Crnojevi\u0107a, Ljubotinj and \u010cevo, where the audience saw the play \u201cSuspicious Character\u201d.<\/p>\n
The next season (1947\/48) will be remembered for a record. Namely, from October 1947 to July 1948, the ensemble of the National Theatre performed in \u201cZetski dom\u201d and on tours a total of 202 plays, which were attended by 75,222 spectators. Radio Titograd has additionally started to contribute to the affirmation of dramatic forms in Montenegro, where professional actors read radio dramas. In addition, in 1947, the newspaper \u201cTheatre\u201d was published in Montenegro.<\/p>\n
Season 1948\/49 was\u00a0opened with the premiere of the play \u201cDuboki korijeni\u201d (director: Du\u0161an Popovi\u0107). It this season 66 plays were performed in \u201cZetski dom\u201d and 54 guest appearances. During the next season (1949\/50), 140 plays were performed, and the performances in Croatia were particularly notable \u2013 the ensemble of the National Theatre performed there in front of audiences in Split, \u0160ibenik, Zadar, Sinj, Knin and Metkovi\u0107. In theatre season 1950\/51 seven premieres and 118 plays were performed in \u201cZetski dom\u201d and 11 other Montenegrin cities.<\/p>\n
Number of performances in the theatre season 1951\/52 was higher than the previous one (128), with nine premieres. The piece \u201cThe Mountain Wreath\u201d, which was directed by Miro Kopa\u010d and Mirko Simi\u0107 on the occasion of the centenary of Njego\u0161\u2019s death, was particularly notable. The ensemble of the theatre performed 146 plays in the 1952\/53 season, with 12 premieres, but in the following season their number was considerably smaller (91 performances, 10 premieres).<\/p>\n
The summer of 1954 will mark the 70th anniversary of the founding of the National Theatre. On that occasion, on July 14 and 15, the play \u201c\u0160\u0107epan Mali\u201d (text: Petar II Petrovi\u0107 Njego\u0161; Director: Bo\u0161ko Bo\u0161kovi\u0107) was performed twice on the Cetinje Summer Stage.<\/p>\n
The celebration, however, will be overshadowed by the transformation of the theatre network in Montenegro, which began in April 1954. The Executive Council of the NRCG then issued a Decision on the declaration of the National Theatre in Cetinje as an institution with independent financing.<\/p>\n
The National Theatre performed 141 plays in the 1954\/55 season. Namely, in 1955, the Decision on the termination of the work of the National Theatre in Cetinje as a republican institution with independent financing became valid. Although the Cetinje theatre formally still had the status of professional, its future became quite clear.<\/p>\n
In the biography of \u201cZetski dom\u201d, the year 1955 is also associated with the foundation of the Puppet Theatre. In the period from 1944 to 1955, in addition to the already mentioned Vladimir \u0160pilar, Milutin Plamenac and Danilo Leki\u0107, the general directors of the Cetinje National Theatre were also Du\u0161an Popovi\u0107, Miroslav Dedi\u0107, Radonja Ve\u0161ovi\u0107, Junus Me\u0111edovi\u0107 and Savo Vukmanovi\u0107.[\/vc_column_text]
\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\tThe road to amateurism and extinction (1955-1976)<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t+<\/span>\n\t\t-<\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n\n\t\n\t\t[vc_column_text]Under the management of Petar Vujovi\u0107 and director \u0110or\u0111e Vujovi\u0107, the Cetinje National Theatre entered the 1955\/56 season with much uncertainty due to the decisions of the authorities in 1954 and 1955. Despite this, eight premieres were performed, with a total of 71 plays. But this time, after a long period of time, there were no tours \u2013 only two plays were performed in Danilovgrad, and one in Njegu\u0161i and \u010cevo. The next season (1956\/57) was more notable, among the 106 performances there were nine premieres, and a successful tour on the Montenegrin coast. Although, for the theatre season 1957\/58 10 premieres were prepared, the number of performances was much more modest (64), with only two guest appearances, in Tivat.
\nIn 1957, there was joining of the previously separate units of \u201cZetski dom\u201d \u2013 Puppet Theatre and Pioneer Theatre. In this way, the Cetinje Children\u2019s Theatre was created, which in the following years will be recognizable for its numerous dramatic and puppet plays.<\/p>\nDuring 1958, as a consequence of decisions from 1954 and 1955, the Executive Council of Montenegro will pass a decision on transferring the rights of founders for national theatres to the national committees of municipalities. Accordingly, on May 30, 1958, the People\u2019s Committee of the Municipality of Cetinje passed the Decision on the establishment of the National Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d, which stated, among other things, that \u201cThe theatre has the character of amateur\u201d. In practice, as it will turn out, it was the beginning of the road to the suspension of \u201cZetski dom\u201d, despite the exceptional enthusiasm of the late 1950s and early 1960s.
\nThe members of \u201cZetski dom\u201d in the 1958\/59 season performed 67 plays, and the following season 41. But, apart from the quantity, the repertoire itself became increasingly scarce in other respects as well.<\/p>\n
Already in the 1962\/63 season, the members of \u201cZetski dom\u201d\u201d played only 13 performances, and the building was used for the performance of plays by visiting theaters, as well as programmes of other artistic organizations from Cetinje and beyond.<\/p>\n
During 1976, after several transformations, as well as another fire in the building, \u201cZetski dom\u201d formally ceased to exist \u2013 becoming part of the newly formed Cultural Center. After the devastating earthquake in 1979, due to damage, all activities in \u201cZetski dom\u201d building ceased, the reconstuction would be in the early nineties.[\/vc_column_text]
\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\tNew life and the third century of Zetski dom (1992-)<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t+<\/span>\n\t\t-<\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n\n\t\n\t\t[vc_column_text]Recovery of the consequences of the devastating earthquake in 1979 in Cetinje took years, and in its final phase, the reconstruction of \u201cZetski dom\u201d building followed. The project was started with the ambition to restore the work of the theatre, which will happen in the early nineties. During 1991, a 60-member Committee for the completion of works was formed and the opening of \u201cZetski dom\u201d followed, which was presided by the Prime Minister of Montenegro Milo \u0110ukanovi\u0107, and which included Prince Nikola Petrovi\u0107, director Du\u0161an Vukoti\u0107, painters Miodrag Dado \u0110uri\u0107 and Dimitrije Popovi\u0107, musician Arsen Dedi\u0107, professor Ratko \u0110urovi\u0107, writer Borislav Peki\u0107, actors Rade \u0160erbed\u017eija, \u017darko Lau\u0161evi\u0107, Dragica Tomas and others.
\nThe reconstruction of the building was supported by the collection of voluntary contributions, and was completed in 1992. The reconstructed building of the oldest theatre opened its doors to art lovers on December 19 of that year. In March of the following year, after a multi-decade break, a professional theatre group performed in \u201cZetski dom\u201d \u2013 it was \u201cAtelje 212\u201d.<\/p>\nThe era during which the new cultural awakening of Cetinje took place, and which history recognizes by the launch of the Cetinje Biennale, brought the idea of renewal of artistic production in \u201cZetski dom\u201d. In this respect, one of the most significant dates was February 10, 1994, when the cult play \u201cPrincess Xenia of Montenegro\u201d by director Radmila Vojvodi\u0107 premiered. Both the premiere and reruns of the play with a plot from the past of Montenegro were marked by enormous interest of the audience.<\/p>\n
In 1995, institution the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d was founded. The renewed institution was managed by acting director Gojko \u010celebi\u0107, and from the first years of its work, the most significant was the hundredth performance of \u201cPrincess Xenia of Montenegro\u201d, which was in 1998.<\/p>\n
The first theatre season after the 1960s in \u201cZetski dom\u201d began in 2002. At that time, acting director was Slobodan Bo\u017eovi\u0107, and then Ljubomir \u0110urkovi\u0107 was appointed general director. The first results of its own production followed in January 2003, when the play \u201cKing Ibi\u201d premiered, directed by Slobodan Milatovi\u0107. After that, the performances \u201cCard Index\u201d, \u201cFinal Countdown\u201d, the opera \u201cDido and Aeneas\u201d were performed, and during the summer of 2003, in cooperation with the Swedish Royal Academy of Music and the Academy of Music from Cetinje will be staged Montenegro Music Festival.
\nSince then until today, the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d stands behind an increasingly dynamic and diverse repertoire. Numerous renowned domestic and foreign directors and actors contributed to the production of our theatre, and our plays have been performed and awarded in a number of European countries. Equally valuable is the effort of those without whom the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d would not be recognized today as one of the leading cultural institutions in Montenegro \u2013 namely its employees.
\nJust like in the 19th and 20th centuries, the audience in Cetinje is directed to the theatre, so the performances in \u201cZetski dom\u201d are filled with spectators. On the other hand, except for tours, we are particularly proud of domestic, regional and international co-productions.<\/p>\n
The mandates of directors Slobodan Bo\u017eovi\u0107, Vesna Miranovi\u0107, artistic director Lidija Dedovi\u0107 and current director Ilija Suboti\u0107 are tied to the operations of the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d in recent times. In addition to numerous productions and the realization of high artistic achievements, the theatre as a partner or leader, participated in projects co-financed by the European Union: \u201cCollective plays!\u201d and ADNICH.
\nThanks to this, we have great cooperation with theatres from Croatia, Slovenia, Serbia and Italy.
\nSince 2015, \u201cZetski dom\u201d has been realizing the Montenegrin International Theatre Festival \u2013 MIT, one of the most important in Montenegro, which, with a carefully selected programmes, contributes to the improvement of culture at the local and national level.<\/p>\n
Another important moment in recent history happened at the end of 2020, when the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski Dom\u201d got a permanent acting ensemble.<\/p>\n
Similar to the post-war period, our theatre was also recognized for the implementation of programmes and projects for children and young people, important for the development of their cultural needs and habits, and participation in the creation of new productions. It is about the educational and cultural segments Studio of the Royal Theatre and Art Education Day.
\nFrom the past, which contains the names of thousands of those who contributed to our theatre from the stage and behind it, we draw motivation for the future, in which \u201cZetski dom\u201d will remain one of the most important pillars of Montenegrin culture.[\/vc_column_text]
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In the state parliament, in 1908, the issue was the establishment of permanent theatre, and at the same time, the Project for the establishment of permanent theatre in Montenegro was made. It is believed that the author of the document, written on eight sheets, was Branislav Nu\u0161i\u0107 (Nu\u0161i\u0107\u2019s memorandum).
\nFinally, in 1909, preparations began for the realization of an idea that would represent a special step \u2013 not only for \u201cZetski dom\u201d and Cetinje, but also for theatre activity in Montenegro. In the same year, the Cetinje Workers\u2019 Association hired professional actors Ma\u0161a and Ka\u0107a Petrovi\u0107. Professional state theatre will really come to life, after the presentation of the state budget for 1910, in which the amount of six thousand perper was foreseen for its establishment and work, it became clear that professional state theatre will really function.
\nAlready in February 1910, the Princely Montenegrin National Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d had Jovan Hajdukovi\u0107 as its temporary general director, and Ma\u0161a Petrovi\u0107 as director. The institution was managed by the Theatre\u2019s Literary Committee. Due to disagreements, Hajdukovi\u0107 will be replaced next month with professor Milo Kova\u010devi\u0107, after that extensive preparations for the first theatre season followed. The design of the building was entrusted to Italian engineers and contractors, and the electrification of \u201cZetski dom\u201d was also done. The first Statute of the Princely Montenegrin National Theater with 36 members also became valid.<\/p>\n
The ceremony for the beginning of work of the Princely Montenegrin National Theatre was held on May 16, 1910, with all-day programme. The matinee, during which a specially written prologue was recited by Ka\u0107a Petrovi\u0107, took place with the speech by Prince Nikola, and in the evening the play \u201cThe Balkan Empress\u201d \u200b\u200bwas performed. The opening of the professional theatre in Cetinje was supported by theatre institutions from Zagreb, Belgrade, Prague and Ljubljana, as well as numerous organizations and important personalities from outside Montenegro. The performances in Cetinje were played twice a week during the first period, and in the summer of 1910 the first tour followed in Podgorica, Nik\u0161i\u0107, Bar and Ulcinj.
\nIn preparation for the first theatre season, together with the married couple Petrovi\u0107, professional contracts were also signed with actors Dara Mileti\u0107, Milutin Stevanovi\u0107, Olga Mogu\u0161, Bogi\u0107 Vojvodi\u0107, Milan Rup\u010di\u0107, Milan Katinski, Milko and Rudolf Dir, and the engagement of a number of part-time actors, among them were Ljubomir Tamind\u017ei\u0107, \u0110oko Beg, Bla\u017eo Brati\u010devi\u0107 and others. In addition, \u201cZetski dom\u201d payroll will soon include a housekeeper, a ticket seller, a prompter, a prop man and his assistant, an electrical officer, a ticket officer and a poster distributor. Following changes at the state level, the institution will be renamed the Royal Montenegrin National Theatre.<\/p>\n
The first theatre season (1910\/11) was substantial, and during it, in the period from August 1910 to July 1911, more than 115 plays were performed. From the beginning of 1911, Milutin Stevanovi\u0107 appeared as the director of the plays. On the other hand, from the spring of 1911, Milo Kova\u010devi\u0107 was no longer the general director of \u201cZetski dom\u201d \u2013 he was temporarily replaced in that position with Du\u0161an Vuksan, then with Kosta Kosti\u0107 \u2013 and in June, with a written notice, Pero Bogdanovi\u0107 took over that position. There were also changes in the cast, so, despite several dismissals, the acting couples Hajdu\u0161kovi\u0107, Mici\u0107 and Vu\u010di\u0107evi\u0107 were hired, while Ljubomir Mici\u0107, Nikola Hajdu\u0161kovi\u0107 and Ilija Vu\u010di\u0107evi\u0107 will be hired as directors. During 1910, the visit of the Royal Croatian Theatre from Zagreb was notable, while the ensemble of the Royal Montenegrin National Theatre staged seven performances in Nik\u0161i\u0107 in the summer of 1911.
\nThe second theatre season (1911\/12) began in mid-October. During six months, according to the available data, more than 60 plays were performed in the Royal Montenegrin National Theatre. After that, the ensemble toured in Podgorica and Nik\u0161i\u0107, where they performed 21 plays.
\nPreparations for the third season in \u201cZetski dom\u201d were abruptly stopped in the fall of 1912, due to the start of the war. Two Balkan wars and one world war will cause the suspension of the work of \u201cZetski dom\u201d for a long period. In 1916, the theatre building suffered serious damage in a fire, and the theatre would come to life again in the fourth decade of the 20th century.[\/vc_column_text]
\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\tFrom the reconstruction to the end of the war (1931-1944)<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t+<\/span>\n\t\t-<\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n\n\t\n\t\t[vc_column_text]The three wars in which Montenegro participated during the second decade of the 20th century caused the theatrical life in Cetinje to die, and during one period \u201cZetski dom\u201d building was used for wounded. After the First World War, the Kingdom of Montenegro disappeared \u2013 and the National Theatre also suffered its fate, and the building was destroyed during the war.
\nGreat social divisions reflected in attempts to restore theatre activities. Jago\u0161 Jovanovi\u0107 wrote in the work \u201cDevelopment of theatre art in Montenegro\u201d that \u201cthe new government had no authority, its decisions and solutions were not respected and implemented even by those who created it, so it is understandable that in such conditions nothing could be done to develop cultural life either.\u201d<\/p>\nNevertheless, in 1922, a group of enthusiasts \u2013 among them several actors from the former Royal Montenegrin National Theatre \u2013 started the Cetinje Theatre Society. The activities of the new organization received considerable attention from the citizens, and at the same time they also represented a strong pressure on the authorities to establish a professional state theatre.<\/p>\n
However, the preparations for the reconstruction of \u201cZetski dom\u201d took too long, and the activities on establishing the professional theatre were not more dynamic. Therefore, in 1931, with the publication of the Rulebook of the Zeta Banate Theatre, the continuation of theatre activity was official. Experienced director and theatre organizer Mihailo Markovi\u0107 was appointed as general director, and the reconstruction of \u201cZetski dom\u201d building was completed almost at the same time. However, during the reconstruction, almost no attention was paid to the original structure of the building \u2013 both the exterior and the interior were completely changed. The front facade got a completely different look, and the recognizable three arches at the entrance disappeared. Instead of the painted curtain that existed before, the stage in the theatre was closed by a monochrome drapery.<\/p>\n
The reconstucted theatre in Cetinje was officially opened on September 6, 1931, with the performance of three drama segments directed by Jovan Gec \u2013 \u201cThe Mountain Wreath\u201d, \u201cThe Death of mother Jugovich\u201d and \u201cHasanaginica\u201d. Four days later, the 1931\/32 theatre season will begin, with the play \u201cThe Government Inspector\u201d, directed by Mihailo Markovi\u0107. During the season that lasted until May 1932, the Zeta Banate National Theatre staged 68 performances on its home stage. In addition, two tours were realized. During the first tour, at the end of 1931, the ensemble performed in Dubrovnik, Kotor and Herceg Novi. From May to July, guest appearances followed in Nik\u0161i\u0107, Kola\u0161in, Andrijevica, Berane, Bijelo Polje, Mitrovica, Prijepolje and, on the way back, in Podgorica.<\/p>\n
In the next season theatre had 34 members in the artistic and technical ensemble, i.e. 11 less than in the previous one. At the beginning, on September 25, the premiere of the play \u201cMaksim Crnojevi\u0107\u201d was performed , directed by Vas Kosti\u0107, and by the end of the season, 67 more plays will be performed on the stage of \u201cZetski dom\u201d, mostly directed by Milo\u0161 Raj\u010devi\u0107. The first of two tours in the 1932\/33 season, took place in November and December, in Dubrovnik, Kotor, Risan, Herceg Novi, Tivat and Trebinje. During the second, organized from May to July, the theatre ensemble performed in Podgorica, Danilovgrad, Nik\u0161i\u0107, Kotor, Tivat, Herceg Novi, Risan and Trebinje.<\/p>\n
The next two years brought a new lull in the work of \u201cZetski dom\u201d \u2013 almost all the members of the ensemble left and went to other theatre houses, so the reconstuction followed in 1935, when Jovan Gec was appointed as the general director of the theatre. Thus, the 1935\/36 theatre season started in September, during which almost 80 plays were performed in Cetinje. On the other hand, there were also two tours \u2013 at the end of 1935, the members of the ensemble performed on stages in Tivat, Dubrovnik, Risan, Kotor, Herceg Novi and Trebinje, followed by guest appearances in the continental part of Zeta Banate from May.<\/p>\n
The 1936\/37 season, during which 21 premieres were staged, along with two new tours, will be marked by the departure of Jovan Gec from the position of general director, shortly after Vitomir Bogi\u0107 took over this position . With 24 engaged persons in the artistic and 11 in the technical part of the ensemble, the theatre staged 17 premieres next season, along with already established tours at the end of the year and during the spring. In October 1939, the Children\u2019s Theatre started to work.
\nThis was the case until the end of the 1940\/41 season, when the war drastically affected the work of the theatre. Despite this, during the summer of 1941, the occupying authorities \u2013 took a stand that the theatre must continue functioning. The 1941\/42 season began in September, which, with an extraordinary atmosphere and modest quality, passed in the sign of a dozen pieces. At the same time, many former members of the artistic and technical part of the ensemble joined the partisans. Among them was \u0160piro Mugo\u0161a, who died in 1943, as well as Du\u0161an Popovi\u0107, who worked in wartime to create a drama group that performed in the liberated territories of Montenegro.[\/vc_column_text]
\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\tNotable production in the post-war period (1944-1955)<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t+<\/span>\n\t\t-<\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n\n\t\n\t\t[vc_column_text]At the end of the World War II, theatre activity was quickly restored in Montenegro. This statement is especially true when it comes to Cetinje, where \u201cZetski dom\u201d started working only a few days after the liberation (November 13, 1944).
\nThis strategy was developed at the beginning of 1944, when the Art Group headed by Du\u0161an Popovi\u0107 was formed at the session of ZAVNO in Kola\u0161in. It was a forerunner of Montenegrin National Theatre, which, as a state institution, will operate in Cetinje from November of that year. In the same month, the newly formed ensemble played the first piece in \u201cZetski dom\u201d. It was the play \u201cVukac Pa\u0161trovi\u0107\u201d, a dramatization of the text by Stjepan Mitrov Ljubi\u0161a, which was directed by Milo\u0161 Jekni\u0107.
\nFrom November 1944 to March 1945, there were 12 plays on the programme at \u201cZetski dom\u201d, but equally important were the first post-war tours of the theatre \u2013 often close to the war operations, which were still ongoing. First, in February and March, 25 plays were performed in Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Croatia, and were attended by a total of 19 thousand visitors. April was marked by a tour in Albania. A total of 11 plays were performed in Tirana, Elbasan, Shkod\u00ebr, Kor\u010da and Podgradec.
\nIn the first half of 1945, Vladimir Dudo \u0160pilar was appointed as the general director of the Theatre, and the collective had 31 members, and by the following year that number would be almost doubled.
\nIt is important to mention that the director Vasilije \u0160\u0107u\u0107kin came to Cetinje in the middle of 1945, and his work with young people influenced that the Pioneer Theatre also operated in \u201cZetski dom\u201d from 1947. In addition, in 1950, the Drama Studio was founded at \u201cZetski dom\u201d.<\/p>\nAfter successful tours, the National Theatre was dedicated to the first post-war season, which began on July 10, 1945, with the premiere of the play \u201cPeople\u2019s Deputy\u201d. During the 1945\/46 season, the audience at \u201cZetski dom\u201d attended 51 performances of the National Theater, but the ensemble was equally active in guest performances. During the summer of 1945, a big tour was organized in nine Montenegrin cities \u2013 with 33 plays performed. The following year, from March to July, the theatre toured almost continuously in Podgorica, Ulcinj, Bar, Petrovac, Budva, Kotor, Risan, Tivat, Herceg Novi, Nik\u0161i\u0107, \u0160avnik, Pljevlja, Bijelo Polje, Berane, Andrijevica, Kola\u0161in, Dubrovnik , Lastovo and Prijepolje. It was the longest tour, during which 111 plays were performed.<\/p>\n
Season 1946\/47. The National Theatre had new general director, Milutin Plamenac, who will soon be replaced with Danilo Leki\u0107. With him, the former director of the Serbian National Theatre Aleksandar Vere\u0161\u010dagin came to Cetinje, whose presence influenced both the repertoire and the organization. During the season, the acting ensemble was divided into two groups \u2013 the first performed on the main stage in \u201cZetski dom\u201d, and the second was in charge of tours. During this season, 55 plays were performed in Cetinje, and for the first time the acting ensemble performed in the surrounding places \u2013 such as Rijeka Crnojevi\u0107a, Ljubotinj and \u010cevo, where the audience saw the play \u201cSuspicious Character\u201d.<\/p>\n
The next season (1947\/48) will be remembered for a record. Namely, from October 1947 to July 1948, the ensemble of the National Theatre performed in \u201cZetski dom\u201d and on tours a total of 202 plays, which were attended by 75,222 spectators. Radio Titograd has additionally started to contribute to the affirmation of dramatic forms in Montenegro, where professional actors read radio dramas. In addition, in 1947, the newspaper \u201cTheatre\u201d was published in Montenegro.<\/p>\n
Season 1948\/49 was\u00a0opened with the premiere of the play \u201cDuboki korijeni\u201d (director: Du\u0161an Popovi\u0107). It this season 66 plays were performed in \u201cZetski dom\u201d and 54 guest appearances. During the next season (1949\/50), 140 plays were performed, and the performances in Croatia were particularly notable \u2013 the ensemble of the National Theatre performed there in front of audiences in Split, \u0160ibenik, Zadar, Sinj, Knin and Metkovi\u0107. In theatre season 1950\/51 seven premieres and 118 plays were performed in \u201cZetski dom\u201d and 11 other Montenegrin cities.<\/p>\n
Number of performances in the theatre season 1951\/52 was higher than the previous one (128), with nine premieres. The piece \u201cThe Mountain Wreath\u201d, which was directed by Miro Kopa\u010d and Mirko Simi\u0107 on the occasion of the centenary of Njego\u0161\u2019s death, was particularly notable. The ensemble of the theatre performed 146 plays in the 1952\/53 season, with 12 premieres, but in the following season their number was considerably smaller (91 performances, 10 premieres).<\/p>\n
The summer of 1954 will mark the 70th anniversary of the founding of the National Theatre. On that occasion, on July 14 and 15, the play \u201c\u0160\u0107epan Mali\u201d (text: Petar II Petrovi\u0107 Njego\u0161; Director: Bo\u0161ko Bo\u0161kovi\u0107) was performed twice on the Cetinje Summer Stage.<\/p>\n
The celebration, however, will be overshadowed by the transformation of the theatre network in Montenegro, which began in April 1954. The Executive Council of the NRCG then issued a Decision on the declaration of the National Theatre in Cetinje as an institution with independent financing.<\/p>\n
The National Theatre performed 141 plays in the 1954\/55 season. Namely, in 1955, the Decision on the termination of the work of the National Theatre in Cetinje as a republican institution with independent financing became valid. Although the Cetinje theatre formally still had the status of professional, its future became quite clear.<\/p>\n
In the biography of \u201cZetski dom\u201d, the year 1955 is also associated with the foundation of the Puppet Theatre. In the period from 1944 to 1955, in addition to the already mentioned Vladimir \u0160pilar, Milutin Plamenac and Danilo Leki\u0107, the general directors of the Cetinje National Theatre were also Du\u0161an Popovi\u0107, Miroslav Dedi\u0107, Radonja Ve\u0161ovi\u0107, Junus Me\u0111edovi\u0107 and Savo Vukmanovi\u0107.[\/vc_column_text]
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\nIn 1957, there was joining of the previously separate units of \u201cZetski dom\u201d \u2013 Puppet Theatre and Pioneer Theatre. In this way, the Cetinje Children\u2019s Theatre was created, which in the following years will be recognizable for its numerous dramatic and puppet plays.<\/p>\nDuring 1958, as a consequence of decisions from 1954 and 1955, the Executive Council of Montenegro will pass a decision on transferring the rights of founders for national theatres to the national committees of municipalities. Accordingly, on May 30, 1958, the People\u2019s Committee of the Municipality of Cetinje passed the Decision on the establishment of the National Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d, which stated, among other things, that \u201cThe theatre has the character of amateur\u201d. In practice, as it will turn out, it was the beginning of the road to the suspension of \u201cZetski dom\u201d, despite the exceptional enthusiasm of the late 1950s and early 1960s.
\nThe members of \u201cZetski dom\u201d in the 1958\/59 season performed 67 plays, and the following season 41. But, apart from the quantity, the repertoire itself became increasingly scarce in other respects as well.<\/p>\n
Already in the 1962\/63 season, the members of \u201cZetski dom\u201d\u201d played only 13 performances, and the building was used for the performance of plays by visiting theaters, as well as programmes of other artistic organizations from Cetinje and beyond.<\/p>\n
During 1976, after several transformations, as well as another fire in the building, \u201cZetski dom\u201d formally ceased to exist \u2013 becoming part of the newly formed Cultural Center. After the devastating earthquake in 1979, due to damage, all activities in \u201cZetski dom\u201d building ceased, the reconstuction would be in the early nineties.[\/vc_column_text]
\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\tNew life and the third century of Zetski dom (1992-)<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t+<\/span>\n\t\t-<\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n\n\t\n\t\t[vc_column_text]Recovery of the consequences of the devastating earthquake in 1979 in Cetinje took years, and in its final phase, the reconstruction of \u201cZetski dom\u201d building followed. The project was started with the ambition to restore the work of the theatre, which will happen in the early nineties. During 1991, a 60-member Committee for the completion of works was formed and the opening of \u201cZetski dom\u201d followed, which was presided by the Prime Minister of Montenegro Milo \u0110ukanovi\u0107, and which included Prince Nikola Petrovi\u0107, director Du\u0161an Vukoti\u0107, painters Miodrag Dado \u0110uri\u0107 and Dimitrije Popovi\u0107, musician Arsen Dedi\u0107, professor Ratko \u0110urovi\u0107, writer Borislav Peki\u0107, actors Rade \u0160erbed\u017eija, \u017darko Lau\u0161evi\u0107, Dragica Tomas and others.
\nThe reconstruction of the building was supported by the collection of voluntary contributions, and was completed in 1992. The reconstructed building of the oldest theatre opened its doors to art lovers on December 19 of that year. In March of the following year, after a multi-decade break, a professional theatre group performed in \u201cZetski dom\u201d \u2013 it was \u201cAtelje 212\u201d.<\/p>\nThe era during which the new cultural awakening of Cetinje took place, and which history recognizes by the launch of the Cetinje Biennale, brought the idea of renewal of artistic production in \u201cZetski dom\u201d. In this respect, one of the most significant dates was February 10, 1994, when the cult play \u201cPrincess Xenia of Montenegro\u201d by director Radmila Vojvodi\u0107 premiered. Both the premiere and reruns of the play with a plot from the past of Montenegro were marked by enormous interest of the audience.<\/p>\n
In 1995, institution the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d was founded. The renewed institution was managed by acting director Gojko \u010celebi\u0107, and from the first years of its work, the most significant was the hundredth performance of \u201cPrincess Xenia of Montenegro\u201d, which was in 1998.<\/p>\n
The first theatre season after the 1960s in \u201cZetski dom\u201d began in 2002. At that time, acting director was Slobodan Bo\u017eovi\u0107, and then Ljubomir \u0110urkovi\u0107 was appointed general director. The first results of its own production followed in January 2003, when the play \u201cKing Ibi\u201d premiered, directed by Slobodan Milatovi\u0107. After that, the performances \u201cCard Index\u201d, \u201cFinal Countdown\u201d, the opera \u201cDido and Aeneas\u201d were performed, and during the summer of 2003, in cooperation with the Swedish Royal Academy of Music and the Academy of Music from Cetinje will be staged Montenegro Music Festival.
\nSince then until today, the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d stands behind an increasingly dynamic and diverse repertoire. Numerous renowned domestic and foreign directors and actors contributed to the production of our theatre, and our plays have been performed and awarded in a number of European countries. Equally valuable is the effort of those without whom the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d would not be recognized today as one of the leading cultural institutions in Montenegro \u2013 namely its employees.
\nJust like in the 19th and 20th centuries, the audience in Cetinje is directed to the theatre, so the performances in \u201cZetski dom\u201d are filled with spectators. On the other hand, except for tours, we are particularly proud of domestic, regional and international co-productions.<\/p>\n
The mandates of directors Slobodan Bo\u017eovi\u0107, Vesna Miranovi\u0107, artistic director Lidija Dedovi\u0107 and current director Ilija Suboti\u0107 are tied to the operations of the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d in recent times. In addition to numerous productions and the realization of high artistic achievements, the theatre as a partner or leader, participated in projects co-financed by the European Union: \u201cCollective plays!\u201d and ADNICH.
\nThanks to this, we have great cooperation with theatres from Croatia, Slovenia, Serbia and Italy.
\nSince 2015, \u201cZetski dom\u201d has been realizing the Montenegrin International Theatre Festival \u2013 MIT, one of the most important in Montenegro, which, with a carefully selected programmes, contributes to the improvement of culture at the local and national level.<\/p>\n
Another important moment in recent history happened at the end of 2020, when the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski Dom\u201d got a permanent acting ensemble.<\/p>\n
Similar to the post-war period, our theatre was also recognized for the implementation of programmes and projects for children and young people, important for the development of their cultural needs and habits, and participation in the creation of new productions. It is about the educational and cultural segments Studio of the Royal Theatre and Art Education Day.
\nFrom the past, which contains the names of thousands of those who contributed to our theatre from the stage and behind it, we draw motivation for the future, in which \u201cZetski dom\u201d will remain one of the most important pillars of Montenegrin culture.[\/vc_column_text]
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\nGreat social divisions reflected in attempts to restore theatre activities. Jago\u0161 Jovanovi\u0107 wrote in the work \u201cDevelopment of theatre art in Montenegro\u201d that \u201cthe new government had no authority, its decisions and solutions were not respected and implemented even by those who created it, so it is understandable that in such conditions nothing could be done to develop cultural life either.\u201d<\/p>\n
Nevertheless, in 1922, a group of enthusiasts \u2013 among them several actors from the former Royal Montenegrin National Theatre \u2013 started the Cetinje Theatre Society. The activities of the new organization received considerable attention from the citizens, and at the same time they also represented a strong pressure on the authorities to establish a professional state theatre.<\/p>\n
However, the preparations for the reconstruction of \u201cZetski dom\u201d took too long, and the activities on establishing the professional theatre were not more dynamic. Therefore, in 1931, with the publication of the Rulebook of the Zeta Banate Theatre, the continuation of theatre activity was official. Experienced director and theatre organizer Mihailo Markovi\u0107 was appointed as general director, and the reconstruction of \u201cZetski dom\u201d building was completed almost at the same time. However, during the reconstruction, almost no attention was paid to the original structure of the building \u2013 both the exterior and the interior were completely changed. The front facade got a completely different look, and the recognizable three arches at the entrance disappeared. Instead of the painted curtain that existed before, the stage in the theatre was closed by a monochrome drapery.<\/p>\n
The reconstucted theatre in Cetinje was officially opened on September 6, 1931, with the performance of three drama segments directed by Jovan Gec \u2013 \u201cThe Mountain Wreath\u201d, \u201cThe Death of mother Jugovich\u201d and \u201cHasanaginica\u201d. Four days later, the 1931\/32 theatre season will begin, with the play \u201cThe Government Inspector\u201d, directed by Mihailo Markovi\u0107. During the season that lasted until May 1932, the Zeta Banate National Theatre staged 68 performances on its home stage. In addition, two tours were realized. During the first tour, at the end of 1931, the ensemble performed in Dubrovnik, Kotor and Herceg Novi. From May to July, guest appearances followed in Nik\u0161i\u0107, Kola\u0161in, Andrijevica, Berane, Bijelo Polje, Mitrovica, Prijepolje and, on the way back, in Podgorica.<\/p>\n
In the next season theatre had 34 members in the artistic and technical ensemble, i.e. 11 less than in the previous one. At the beginning, on September 25, the premiere of the play \u201cMaksim Crnojevi\u0107\u201d was performed , directed by Vas Kosti\u0107, and by the end of the season, 67 more plays will be performed on the stage of \u201cZetski dom\u201d, mostly directed by Milo\u0161 Raj\u010devi\u0107. The first of two tours in the 1932\/33 season, took place in November and December, in Dubrovnik, Kotor, Risan, Herceg Novi, Tivat and Trebinje. During the second, organized from May to July, the theatre ensemble performed in Podgorica, Danilovgrad, Nik\u0161i\u0107, Kotor, Tivat, Herceg Novi, Risan and Trebinje.<\/p>\n
The next two years brought a new lull in the work of \u201cZetski dom\u201d \u2013 almost all the members of the ensemble left and went to other theatre houses, so the reconstuction followed in 1935, when Jovan Gec was appointed as the general director of the theatre. Thus, the 1935\/36 theatre season started in September, during which almost 80 plays were performed in Cetinje. On the other hand, there were also two tours \u2013 at the end of 1935, the members of the ensemble performed on stages in Tivat, Dubrovnik, Risan, Kotor, Herceg Novi and Trebinje, followed by guest appearances in the continental part of Zeta Banate from May.<\/p>\n
The 1936\/37 season, during which 21 premieres were staged, along with two new tours, will be marked by the departure of Jovan Gec from the position of general director, shortly after Vitomir Bogi\u0107 took over this position . With 24 engaged persons in the artistic and 11 in the technical part of the ensemble, the theatre staged 17 premieres next season, along with already established tours at the end of the year and during the spring. In October 1939, the Children\u2019s Theatre started to work.
\nThis was the case until the end of the 1940\/41 season, when the war drastically affected the work of the theatre. Despite this, during the summer of 1941, the occupying authorities \u2013 took a stand that the theatre must continue functioning. The 1941\/42 season began in September, which, with an extraordinary atmosphere and modest quality, passed in the sign of a dozen pieces. At the same time, many former members of the artistic and technical part of the ensemble joined the partisans. Among them was \u0160piro Mugo\u0161a, who died in 1943, as well as Du\u0161an Popovi\u0107, who worked in wartime to create a drama group that performed in the liberated territories of Montenegro.[\/vc_column_text]
\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\tNotable production in the post-war period (1944-1955)<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t+<\/span>\n\t\t-<\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n\n\t\n\t\t[vc_column_text]At the end of the World War II, theatre activity was quickly restored in Montenegro. This statement is especially true when it comes to Cetinje, where \u201cZetski dom\u201d started working only a few days after the liberation (November 13, 1944).
\nThis strategy was developed at the beginning of 1944, when the Art Group headed by Du\u0161an Popovi\u0107 was formed at the session of ZAVNO in Kola\u0161in. It was a forerunner of Montenegrin National Theatre, which, as a state institution, will operate in Cetinje from November of that year. In the same month, the newly formed ensemble played the first piece in \u201cZetski dom\u201d. It was the play \u201cVukac Pa\u0161trovi\u0107\u201d, a dramatization of the text by Stjepan Mitrov Ljubi\u0161a, which was directed by Milo\u0161 Jekni\u0107.
\nFrom November 1944 to March 1945, there were 12 plays on the programme at \u201cZetski dom\u201d, but equally important were the first post-war tours of the theatre \u2013 often close to the war operations, which were still ongoing. First, in February and March, 25 plays were performed in Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Croatia, and were attended by a total of 19 thousand visitors. April was marked by a tour in Albania. A total of 11 plays were performed in Tirana, Elbasan, Shkod\u00ebr, Kor\u010da and Podgradec.
\nIn the first half of 1945, Vladimir Dudo \u0160pilar was appointed as the general director of the Theatre, and the collective had 31 members, and by the following year that number would be almost doubled.
\nIt is important to mention that the director Vasilije \u0160\u0107u\u0107kin came to Cetinje in the middle of 1945, and his work with young people influenced that the Pioneer Theatre also operated in \u201cZetski dom\u201d from 1947. In addition, in 1950, the Drama Studio was founded at \u201cZetski dom\u201d.<\/p>\nAfter successful tours, the National Theatre was dedicated to the first post-war season, which began on July 10, 1945, with the premiere of the play \u201cPeople\u2019s Deputy\u201d. During the 1945\/46 season, the audience at \u201cZetski dom\u201d attended 51 performances of the National Theater, but the ensemble was equally active in guest performances. During the summer of 1945, a big tour was organized in nine Montenegrin cities \u2013 with 33 plays performed. The following year, from March to July, the theatre toured almost continuously in Podgorica, Ulcinj, Bar, Petrovac, Budva, Kotor, Risan, Tivat, Herceg Novi, Nik\u0161i\u0107, \u0160avnik, Pljevlja, Bijelo Polje, Berane, Andrijevica, Kola\u0161in, Dubrovnik , Lastovo and Prijepolje. It was the longest tour, during which 111 plays were performed.<\/p>\n
Season 1946\/47. The National Theatre had new general director, Milutin Plamenac, who will soon be replaced with Danilo Leki\u0107. With him, the former director of the Serbian National Theatre Aleksandar Vere\u0161\u010dagin came to Cetinje, whose presence influenced both the repertoire and the organization. During the season, the acting ensemble was divided into two groups \u2013 the first performed on the main stage in \u201cZetski dom\u201d, and the second was in charge of tours. During this season, 55 plays were performed in Cetinje, and for the first time the acting ensemble performed in the surrounding places \u2013 such as Rijeka Crnojevi\u0107a, Ljubotinj and \u010cevo, where the audience saw the play \u201cSuspicious Character\u201d.<\/p>\n
The next season (1947\/48) will be remembered for a record. Namely, from October 1947 to July 1948, the ensemble of the National Theatre performed in \u201cZetski dom\u201d and on tours a total of 202 plays, which were attended by 75,222 spectators. Radio Titograd has additionally started to contribute to the affirmation of dramatic forms in Montenegro, where professional actors read radio dramas. In addition, in 1947, the newspaper \u201cTheatre\u201d was published in Montenegro.<\/p>\n
Season 1948\/49 was\u00a0opened with the premiere of the play \u201cDuboki korijeni\u201d (director: Du\u0161an Popovi\u0107). It this season 66 plays were performed in \u201cZetski dom\u201d and 54 guest appearances. During the next season (1949\/50), 140 plays were performed, and the performances in Croatia were particularly notable \u2013 the ensemble of the National Theatre performed there in front of audiences in Split, \u0160ibenik, Zadar, Sinj, Knin and Metkovi\u0107. In theatre season 1950\/51 seven premieres and 118 plays were performed in \u201cZetski dom\u201d and 11 other Montenegrin cities.<\/p>\n
Number of performances in the theatre season 1951\/52 was higher than the previous one (128), with nine premieres. The piece \u201cThe Mountain Wreath\u201d, which was directed by Miro Kopa\u010d and Mirko Simi\u0107 on the occasion of the centenary of Njego\u0161\u2019s death, was particularly notable. The ensemble of the theatre performed 146 plays in the 1952\/53 season, with 12 premieres, but in the following season their number was considerably smaller (91 performances, 10 premieres).<\/p>\n
The summer of 1954 will mark the 70th anniversary of the founding of the National Theatre. On that occasion, on July 14 and 15, the play \u201c\u0160\u0107epan Mali\u201d (text: Petar II Petrovi\u0107 Njego\u0161; Director: Bo\u0161ko Bo\u0161kovi\u0107) was performed twice on the Cetinje Summer Stage.<\/p>\n
The celebration, however, will be overshadowed by the transformation of the theatre network in Montenegro, which began in April 1954. The Executive Council of the NRCG then issued a Decision on the declaration of the National Theatre in Cetinje as an institution with independent financing.<\/p>\n
The National Theatre performed 141 plays in the 1954\/55 season. Namely, in 1955, the Decision on the termination of the work of the National Theatre in Cetinje as a republican institution with independent financing became valid. Although the Cetinje theatre formally still had the status of professional, its future became quite clear.<\/p>\n
In the biography of \u201cZetski dom\u201d, the year 1955 is also associated with the foundation of the Puppet Theatre. In the period from 1944 to 1955, in addition to the already mentioned Vladimir \u0160pilar, Milutin Plamenac and Danilo Leki\u0107, the general directors of the Cetinje National Theatre were also Du\u0161an Popovi\u0107, Miroslav Dedi\u0107, Radonja Ve\u0161ovi\u0107, Junus Me\u0111edovi\u0107 and Savo Vukmanovi\u0107.[\/vc_column_text]
\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\tThe road to amateurism and extinction (1955-1976)<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t+<\/span>\n\t\t-<\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n\n\t\n\t\t[vc_column_text]Under the management of Petar Vujovi\u0107 and director \u0110or\u0111e Vujovi\u0107, the Cetinje National Theatre entered the 1955\/56 season with much uncertainty due to the decisions of the authorities in 1954 and 1955. Despite this, eight premieres were performed, with a total of 71 plays. But this time, after a long period of time, there were no tours \u2013 only two plays were performed in Danilovgrad, and one in Njegu\u0161i and \u010cevo. The next season (1956\/57) was more notable, among the 106 performances there were nine premieres, and a successful tour on the Montenegrin coast. Although, for the theatre season 1957\/58 10 premieres were prepared, the number of performances was much more modest (64), with only two guest appearances, in Tivat.
\nIn 1957, there was joining of the previously separate units of \u201cZetski dom\u201d \u2013 Puppet Theatre and Pioneer Theatre. In this way, the Cetinje Children\u2019s Theatre was created, which in the following years will be recognizable for its numerous dramatic and puppet plays.<\/p>\nDuring 1958, as a consequence of decisions from 1954 and 1955, the Executive Council of Montenegro will pass a decision on transferring the rights of founders for national theatres to the national committees of municipalities. Accordingly, on May 30, 1958, the People\u2019s Committee of the Municipality of Cetinje passed the Decision on the establishment of the National Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d, which stated, among other things, that \u201cThe theatre has the character of amateur\u201d. In practice, as it will turn out, it was the beginning of the road to the suspension of \u201cZetski dom\u201d, despite the exceptional enthusiasm of the late 1950s and early 1960s.
\nThe members of \u201cZetski dom\u201d in the 1958\/59 season performed 67 plays, and the following season 41. But, apart from the quantity, the repertoire itself became increasingly scarce in other respects as well.<\/p>\n
Already in the 1962\/63 season, the members of \u201cZetski dom\u201d\u201d played only 13 performances, and the building was used for the performance of plays by visiting theaters, as well as programmes of other artistic organizations from Cetinje and beyond.<\/p>\n
During 1976, after several transformations, as well as another fire in the building, \u201cZetski dom\u201d formally ceased to exist \u2013 becoming part of the newly formed Cultural Center. After the devastating earthquake in 1979, due to damage, all activities in \u201cZetski dom\u201d building ceased, the reconstuction would be in the early nineties.[\/vc_column_text]
\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\tNew life and the third century of Zetski dom (1992-)<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t+<\/span>\n\t\t-<\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n\n\t\n\t\t[vc_column_text]Recovery of the consequences of the devastating earthquake in 1979 in Cetinje took years, and in its final phase, the reconstruction of \u201cZetski dom\u201d building followed. The project was started with the ambition to restore the work of the theatre, which will happen in the early nineties. During 1991, a 60-member Committee for the completion of works was formed and the opening of \u201cZetski dom\u201d followed, which was presided by the Prime Minister of Montenegro Milo \u0110ukanovi\u0107, and which included Prince Nikola Petrovi\u0107, director Du\u0161an Vukoti\u0107, painters Miodrag Dado \u0110uri\u0107 and Dimitrije Popovi\u0107, musician Arsen Dedi\u0107, professor Ratko \u0110urovi\u0107, writer Borislav Peki\u0107, actors Rade \u0160erbed\u017eija, \u017darko Lau\u0161evi\u0107, Dragica Tomas and others.
\nThe reconstruction of the building was supported by the collection of voluntary contributions, and was completed in 1992. The reconstructed building of the oldest theatre opened its doors to art lovers on December 19 of that year. In March of the following year, after a multi-decade break, a professional theatre group performed in \u201cZetski dom\u201d \u2013 it was \u201cAtelje 212\u201d.<\/p>\nThe era during which the new cultural awakening of Cetinje took place, and which history recognizes by the launch of the Cetinje Biennale, brought the idea of renewal of artistic production in \u201cZetski dom\u201d. In this respect, one of the most significant dates was February 10, 1994, when the cult play \u201cPrincess Xenia of Montenegro\u201d by director Radmila Vojvodi\u0107 premiered. Both the premiere and reruns of the play with a plot from the past of Montenegro were marked by enormous interest of the audience.<\/p>\n
In 1995, institution the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d was founded. The renewed institution was managed by acting director Gojko \u010celebi\u0107, and from the first years of its work, the most significant was the hundredth performance of \u201cPrincess Xenia of Montenegro\u201d, which was in 1998.<\/p>\n
The first theatre season after the 1960s in \u201cZetski dom\u201d began in 2002. At that time, acting director was Slobodan Bo\u017eovi\u0107, and then Ljubomir \u0110urkovi\u0107 was appointed general director. The first results of its own production followed in January 2003, when the play \u201cKing Ibi\u201d premiered, directed by Slobodan Milatovi\u0107. After that, the performances \u201cCard Index\u201d, \u201cFinal Countdown\u201d, the opera \u201cDido and Aeneas\u201d were performed, and during the summer of 2003, in cooperation with the Swedish Royal Academy of Music and the Academy of Music from Cetinje will be staged Montenegro Music Festival.
\nSince then until today, the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d stands behind an increasingly dynamic and diverse repertoire. Numerous renowned domestic and foreign directors and actors contributed to the production of our theatre, and our plays have been performed and awarded in a number of European countries. Equally valuable is the effort of those without whom the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d would not be recognized today as one of the leading cultural institutions in Montenegro \u2013 namely its employees.
\nJust like in the 19th and 20th centuries, the audience in Cetinje is directed to the theatre, so the performances in \u201cZetski dom\u201d are filled with spectators. On the other hand, except for tours, we are particularly proud of domestic, regional and international co-productions.<\/p>\n
The mandates of directors Slobodan Bo\u017eovi\u0107, Vesna Miranovi\u0107, artistic director Lidija Dedovi\u0107 and current director Ilija Suboti\u0107 are tied to the operations of the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d in recent times. In addition to numerous productions and the realization of high artistic achievements, the theatre as a partner or leader, participated in projects co-financed by the European Union: \u201cCollective plays!\u201d and ADNICH.
\nThanks to this, we have great cooperation with theatres from Croatia, Slovenia, Serbia and Italy.
\nSince 2015, \u201cZetski dom\u201d has been realizing the Montenegrin International Theatre Festival \u2013 MIT, one of the most important in Montenegro, which, with a carefully selected programmes, contributes to the improvement of culture at the local and national level.<\/p>\n
Another important moment in recent history happened at the end of 2020, when the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski Dom\u201d got a permanent acting ensemble.<\/p>\n
Similar to the post-war period, our theatre was also recognized for the implementation of programmes and projects for children and young people, important for the development of their cultural needs and habits, and participation in the creation of new productions. It is about the educational and cultural segments Studio of the Royal Theatre and Art Education Day.
\nFrom the past, which contains the names of thousands of those who contributed to our theatre from the stage and behind it, we draw motivation for the future, in which \u201cZetski dom\u201d will remain one of the most important pillars of Montenegrin culture.[\/vc_column_text]
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\nThis strategy was developed at the beginning of 1944, when the Art Group headed by Du\u0161an Popovi\u0107 was formed at the session of ZAVNO in Kola\u0161in. It was a forerunner of Montenegrin National Theatre, which, as a state institution, will operate in Cetinje from November of that year. In the same month, the newly formed ensemble played the first piece in \u201cZetski dom\u201d. It was the play \u201cVukac Pa\u0161trovi\u0107\u201d, a dramatization of the text by Stjepan Mitrov Ljubi\u0161a, which was directed by Milo\u0161 Jekni\u0107.
\nFrom November 1944 to March 1945, there were 12 plays on the programme at \u201cZetski dom\u201d, but equally important were the first post-war tours of the theatre \u2013 often close to the war operations, which were still ongoing. First, in February and March, 25 plays were performed in Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Croatia, and were attended by a total of 19 thousand visitors. April was marked by a tour in Albania. A total of 11 plays were performed in Tirana, Elbasan, Shkod\u00ebr, Kor\u010da and Podgradec.
\nIn the first half of 1945, Vladimir Dudo \u0160pilar was appointed as the general director of the Theatre, and the collective had 31 members, and by the following year that number would be almost doubled.
\nIt is important to mention that the director Vasilije \u0160\u0107u\u0107kin came to Cetinje in the middle of 1945, and his work with young people influenced that the Pioneer Theatre also operated in \u201cZetski dom\u201d from 1947. In addition, in 1950, the Drama Studio was founded at \u201cZetski dom\u201d.<\/p>\n
After successful tours, the National Theatre was dedicated to the first post-war season, which began on July 10, 1945, with the premiere of the play \u201cPeople\u2019s Deputy\u201d. During the 1945\/46 season, the audience at \u201cZetski dom\u201d attended 51 performances of the National Theater, but the ensemble was equally active in guest performances. During the summer of 1945, a big tour was organized in nine Montenegrin cities \u2013 with 33 plays performed. The following year, from March to July, the theatre toured almost continuously in Podgorica, Ulcinj, Bar, Petrovac, Budva, Kotor, Risan, Tivat, Herceg Novi, Nik\u0161i\u0107, \u0160avnik, Pljevlja, Bijelo Polje, Berane, Andrijevica, Kola\u0161in, Dubrovnik , Lastovo and Prijepolje. It was the longest tour, during which 111 plays were performed.<\/p>\n
Season 1946\/47. The National Theatre had new general director, Milutin Plamenac, who will soon be replaced with Danilo Leki\u0107. With him, the former director of the Serbian National Theatre Aleksandar Vere\u0161\u010dagin came to Cetinje, whose presence influenced both the repertoire and the organization. During the season, the acting ensemble was divided into two groups \u2013 the first performed on the main stage in \u201cZetski dom\u201d, and the second was in charge of tours. During this season, 55 plays were performed in Cetinje, and for the first time the acting ensemble performed in the surrounding places \u2013 such as Rijeka Crnojevi\u0107a, Ljubotinj and \u010cevo, where the audience saw the play \u201cSuspicious Character\u201d.<\/p>\n
The next season (1947\/48) will be remembered for a record. Namely, from October 1947 to July 1948, the ensemble of the National Theatre performed in \u201cZetski dom\u201d and on tours a total of 202 plays, which were attended by 75,222 spectators. Radio Titograd has additionally started to contribute to the affirmation of dramatic forms in Montenegro, where professional actors read radio dramas. In addition, in 1947, the newspaper \u201cTheatre\u201d was published in Montenegro.<\/p>\n
Season 1948\/49 was\u00a0opened with the premiere of the play \u201cDuboki korijeni\u201d (director: Du\u0161an Popovi\u0107). It this season 66 plays were performed in \u201cZetski dom\u201d and 54 guest appearances. During the next season (1949\/50), 140 plays were performed, and the performances in Croatia were particularly notable \u2013 the ensemble of the National Theatre performed there in front of audiences in Split, \u0160ibenik, Zadar, Sinj, Knin and Metkovi\u0107. In theatre season 1950\/51 seven premieres and 118 plays were performed in \u201cZetski dom\u201d and 11 other Montenegrin cities.<\/p>\n
Number of performances in the theatre season 1951\/52 was higher than the previous one (128), with nine premieres. The piece \u201cThe Mountain Wreath\u201d, which was directed by Miro Kopa\u010d and Mirko Simi\u0107 on the occasion of the centenary of Njego\u0161\u2019s death, was particularly notable. The ensemble of the theatre performed 146 plays in the 1952\/53 season, with 12 premieres, but in the following season their number was considerably smaller (91 performances, 10 premieres).<\/p>\n
The summer of 1954 will mark the 70th anniversary of the founding of the National Theatre. On that occasion, on July 14 and 15, the play \u201c\u0160\u0107epan Mali\u201d (text: Petar II Petrovi\u0107 Njego\u0161; Director: Bo\u0161ko Bo\u0161kovi\u0107) was performed twice on the Cetinje Summer Stage.<\/p>\n
The celebration, however, will be overshadowed by the transformation of the theatre network in Montenegro, which began in April 1954. The Executive Council of the NRCG then issued a Decision on the declaration of the National Theatre in Cetinje as an institution with independent financing.<\/p>\n
The National Theatre performed 141 plays in the 1954\/55 season. Namely, in 1955, the Decision on the termination of the work of the National Theatre in Cetinje as a republican institution with independent financing became valid. Although the Cetinje theatre formally still had the status of professional, its future became quite clear.<\/p>\n
In the biography of \u201cZetski dom\u201d, the year 1955 is also associated with the foundation of the Puppet Theatre. In the period from 1944 to 1955, in addition to the already mentioned Vladimir \u0160pilar, Milutin Plamenac and Danilo Leki\u0107, the general directors of the Cetinje National Theatre were also Du\u0161an Popovi\u0107, Miroslav Dedi\u0107, Radonja Ve\u0161ovi\u0107, Junus Me\u0111edovi\u0107 and Savo Vukmanovi\u0107.[\/vc_column_text]
\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\tThe road to amateurism and extinction (1955-1976)<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t+<\/span>\n\t\t-<\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n\n\t\n\t\t[vc_column_text]Under the management of Petar Vujovi\u0107 and director \u0110or\u0111e Vujovi\u0107, the Cetinje National Theatre entered the 1955\/56 season with much uncertainty due to the decisions of the authorities in 1954 and 1955. Despite this, eight premieres were performed, with a total of 71 plays. But this time, after a long period of time, there were no tours \u2013 only two plays were performed in Danilovgrad, and one in Njegu\u0161i and \u010cevo. The next season (1956\/57) was more notable, among the 106 performances there were nine premieres, and a successful tour on the Montenegrin coast. Although, for the theatre season 1957\/58 10 premieres were prepared, the number of performances was much more modest (64), with only two guest appearances, in Tivat.
\nIn 1957, there was joining of the previously separate units of \u201cZetski dom\u201d \u2013 Puppet Theatre and Pioneer Theatre. In this way, the Cetinje Children\u2019s Theatre was created, which in the following years will be recognizable for its numerous dramatic and puppet plays.<\/p>\nDuring 1958, as a consequence of decisions from 1954 and 1955, the Executive Council of Montenegro will pass a decision on transferring the rights of founders for national theatres to the national committees of municipalities. Accordingly, on May 30, 1958, the People\u2019s Committee of the Municipality of Cetinje passed the Decision on the establishment of the National Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d, which stated, among other things, that \u201cThe theatre has the character of amateur\u201d. In practice, as it will turn out, it was the beginning of the road to the suspension of \u201cZetski dom\u201d, despite the exceptional enthusiasm of the late 1950s and early 1960s.
\nThe members of \u201cZetski dom\u201d in the 1958\/59 season performed 67 plays, and the following season 41. But, apart from the quantity, the repertoire itself became increasingly scarce in other respects as well.<\/p>\n
Already in the 1962\/63 season, the members of \u201cZetski dom\u201d\u201d played only 13 performances, and the building was used for the performance of plays by visiting theaters, as well as programmes of other artistic organizations from Cetinje and beyond.<\/p>\n
During 1976, after several transformations, as well as another fire in the building, \u201cZetski dom\u201d formally ceased to exist \u2013 becoming part of the newly formed Cultural Center. After the devastating earthquake in 1979, due to damage, all activities in \u201cZetski dom\u201d building ceased, the reconstuction would be in the early nineties.[\/vc_column_text]
\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\tNew life and the third century of Zetski dom (1992-)<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t+<\/span>\n\t\t-<\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n\n\t\n\t\t[vc_column_text]Recovery of the consequences of the devastating earthquake in 1979 in Cetinje took years, and in its final phase, the reconstruction of \u201cZetski dom\u201d building followed. The project was started with the ambition to restore the work of the theatre, which will happen in the early nineties. During 1991, a 60-member Committee for the completion of works was formed and the opening of \u201cZetski dom\u201d followed, which was presided by the Prime Minister of Montenegro Milo \u0110ukanovi\u0107, and which included Prince Nikola Petrovi\u0107, director Du\u0161an Vukoti\u0107, painters Miodrag Dado \u0110uri\u0107 and Dimitrije Popovi\u0107, musician Arsen Dedi\u0107, professor Ratko \u0110urovi\u0107, writer Borislav Peki\u0107, actors Rade \u0160erbed\u017eija, \u017darko Lau\u0161evi\u0107, Dragica Tomas and others.
\nThe reconstruction of the building was supported by the collection of voluntary contributions, and was completed in 1992. The reconstructed building of the oldest theatre opened its doors to art lovers on December 19 of that year. In March of the following year, after a multi-decade break, a professional theatre group performed in \u201cZetski dom\u201d \u2013 it was \u201cAtelje 212\u201d.<\/p>\nThe era during which the new cultural awakening of Cetinje took place, and which history recognizes by the launch of the Cetinje Biennale, brought the idea of renewal of artistic production in \u201cZetski dom\u201d. In this respect, one of the most significant dates was February 10, 1994, when the cult play \u201cPrincess Xenia of Montenegro\u201d by director Radmila Vojvodi\u0107 premiered. Both the premiere and reruns of the play with a plot from the past of Montenegro were marked by enormous interest of the audience.<\/p>\n
In 1995, institution the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d was founded. The renewed institution was managed by acting director Gojko \u010celebi\u0107, and from the first years of its work, the most significant was the hundredth performance of \u201cPrincess Xenia of Montenegro\u201d, which was in 1998.<\/p>\n
The first theatre season after the 1960s in \u201cZetski dom\u201d began in 2002. At that time, acting director was Slobodan Bo\u017eovi\u0107, and then Ljubomir \u0110urkovi\u0107 was appointed general director. The first results of its own production followed in January 2003, when the play \u201cKing Ibi\u201d premiered, directed by Slobodan Milatovi\u0107. After that, the performances \u201cCard Index\u201d, \u201cFinal Countdown\u201d, the opera \u201cDido and Aeneas\u201d were performed, and during the summer of 2003, in cooperation with the Swedish Royal Academy of Music and the Academy of Music from Cetinje will be staged Montenegro Music Festival.
\nSince then until today, the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d stands behind an increasingly dynamic and diverse repertoire. Numerous renowned domestic and foreign directors and actors contributed to the production of our theatre, and our plays have been performed and awarded in a number of European countries. Equally valuable is the effort of those without whom the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d would not be recognized today as one of the leading cultural institutions in Montenegro \u2013 namely its employees.
\nJust like in the 19th and 20th centuries, the audience in Cetinje is directed to the theatre, so the performances in \u201cZetski dom\u201d are filled with spectators. On the other hand, except for tours, we are particularly proud of domestic, regional and international co-productions.<\/p>\n
The mandates of directors Slobodan Bo\u017eovi\u0107, Vesna Miranovi\u0107, artistic director Lidija Dedovi\u0107 and current director Ilija Suboti\u0107 are tied to the operations of the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d in recent times. In addition to numerous productions and the realization of high artistic achievements, the theatre as a partner or leader, participated in projects co-financed by the European Union: \u201cCollective plays!\u201d and ADNICH.
\nThanks to this, we have great cooperation with theatres from Croatia, Slovenia, Serbia and Italy.
\nSince 2015, \u201cZetski dom\u201d has been realizing the Montenegrin International Theatre Festival \u2013 MIT, one of the most important in Montenegro, which, with a carefully selected programmes, contributes to the improvement of culture at the local and national level.<\/p>\n
Another important moment in recent history happened at the end of 2020, when the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski Dom\u201d got a permanent acting ensemble.<\/p>\n
Similar to the post-war period, our theatre was also recognized for the implementation of programmes and projects for children and young people, important for the development of their cultural needs and habits, and participation in the creation of new productions. It is about the educational and cultural segments Studio of the Royal Theatre and Art Education Day.
\nFrom the past, which contains the names of thousands of those who contributed to our theatre from the stage and behind it, we draw motivation for the future, in which \u201cZetski dom\u201d will remain one of the most important pillars of Montenegrin culture.[\/vc_column_text]
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\nIn 1957, there was joining of the previously separate units of \u201cZetski dom\u201d \u2013 Puppet Theatre and Pioneer Theatre. In this way, the Cetinje Children\u2019s Theatre was created, which in the following years will be recognizable for its numerous dramatic and puppet plays.<\/p>\n
During 1958, as a consequence of decisions from 1954 and 1955, the Executive Council of Montenegro will pass a decision on transferring the rights of founders for national theatres to the national committees of municipalities. Accordingly, on May 30, 1958, the People\u2019s Committee of the Municipality of Cetinje passed the Decision on the establishment of the National Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d, which stated, among other things, that \u201cThe theatre has the character of amateur\u201d. In practice, as it will turn out, it was the beginning of the road to the suspension of \u201cZetski dom\u201d, despite the exceptional enthusiasm of the late 1950s and early 1960s.
\nThe members of \u201cZetski dom\u201d in the 1958\/59 season performed 67 plays, and the following season 41. But, apart from the quantity, the repertoire itself became increasingly scarce in other respects as well.<\/p>\n
Already in the 1962\/63 season, the members of \u201cZetski dom\u201d\u201d played only 13 performances, and the building was used for the performance of plays by visiting theaters, as well as programmes of other artistic organizations from Cetinje and beyond.<\/p>\n
During 1976, after several transformations, as well as another fire in the building, \u201cZetski dom\u201d formally ceased to exist \u2013 becoming part of the newly formed Cultural Center. After the devastating earthquake in 1979, due to damage, all activities in \u201cZetski dom\u201d building ceased, the reconstuction would be in the early nineties.[\/vc_column_text]
\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n\tNew life and the third century of Zetski dom (1992-)<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t+<\/span>\n\t\t-<\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n\n\t\n\t\t[vc_column_text]Recovery of the consequences of the devastating earthquake in 1979 in Cetinje took years, and in its final phase, the reconstruction of \u201cZetski dom\u201d building followed. The project was started with the ambition to restore the work of the theatre, which will happen in the early nineties. During 1991, a 60-member Committee for the completion of works was formed and the opening of \u201cZetski dom\u201d followed, which was presided by the Prime Minister of Montenegro Milo \u0110ukanovi\u0107, and which included Prince Nikola Petrovi\u0107, director Du\u0161an Vukoti\u0107, painters Miodrag Dado \u0110uri\u0107 and Dimitrije Popovi\u0107, musician Arsen Dedi\u0107, professor Ratko \u0110urovi\u0107, writer Borislav Peki\u0107, actors Rade \u0160erbed\u017eija, \u017darko Lau\u0161evi\u0107, Dragica Tomas and others.
\nThe reconstruction of the building was supported by the collection of voluntary contributions, and was completed in 1992. The reconstructed building of the oldest theatre opened its doors to art lovers on December 19 of that year. In March of the following year, after a multi-decade break, a professional theatre group performed in \u201cZetski dom\u201d \u2013 it was \u201cAtelje 212\u201d.<\/p>\nThe era during which the new cultural awakening of Cetinje took place, and which history recognizes by the launch of the Cetinje Biennale, brought the idea of renewal of artistic production in \u201cZetski dom\u201d. In this respect, one of the most significant dates was February 10, 1994, when the cult play \u201cPrincess Xenia of Montenegro\u201d by director Radmila Vojvodi\u0107 premiered. Both the premiere and reruns of the play with a plot from the past of Montenegro were marked by enormous interest of the audience.<\/p>\n
In 1995, institution the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d was founded. The renewed institution was managed by acting director Gojko \u010celebi\u0107, and from the first years of its work, the most significant was the hundredth performance of \u201cPrincess Xenia of Montenegro\u201d, which was in 1998.<\/p>\n
The first theatre season after the 1960s in \u201cZetski dom\u201d began in 2002. At that time, acting director was Slobodan Bo\u017eovi\u0107, and then Ljubomir \u0110urkovi\u0107 was appointed general director. The first results of its own production followed in January 2003, when the play \u201cKing Ibi\u201d premiered, directed by Slobodan Milatovi\u0107. After that, the performances \u201cCard Index\u201d, \u201cFinal Countdown\u201d, the opera \u201cDido and Aeneas\u201d were performed, and during the summer of 2003, in cooperation with the Swedish Royal Academy of Music and the Academy of Music from Cetinje will be staged Montenegro Music Festival.
\nSince then until today, the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d stands behind an increasingly dynamic and diverse repertoire. Numerous renowned domestic and foreign directors and actors contributed to the production of our theatre, and our plays have been performed and awarded in a number of European countries. Equally valuable is the effort of those without whom the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d would not be recognized today as one of the leading cultural institutions in Montenegro \u2013 namely its employees.
\nJust like in the 19th and 20th centuries, the audience in Cetinje is directed to the theatre, so the performances in \u201cZetski dom\u201d are filled with spectators. On the other hand, except for tours, we are particularly proud of domestic, regional and international co-productions.<\/p>\n
The mandates of directors Slobodan Bo\u017eovi\u0107, Vesna Miranovi\u0107, artistic director Lidija Dedovi\u0107 and current director Ilija Suboti\u0107 are tied to the operations of the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d in recent times. In addition to numerous productions and the realization of high artistic achievements, the theatre as a partner or leader, participated in projects co-financed by the European Union: \u201cCollective plays!\u201d and ADNICH.
\nThanks to this, we have great cooperation with theatres from Croatia, Slovenia, Serbia and Italy.
\nSince 2015, \u201cZetski dom\u201d has been realizing the Montenegrin International Theatre Festival \u2013 MIT, one of the most important in Montenegro, which, with a carefully selected programmes, contributes to the improvement of culture at the local and national level.<\/p>\n
Another important moment in recent history happened at the end of 2020, when the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski Dom\u201d got a permanent acting ensemble.<\/p>\n
Similar to the post-war period, our theatre was also recognized for the implementation of programmes and projects for children and young people, important for the development of their cultural needs and habits, and participation in the creation of new productions. It is about the educational and cultural segments Studio of the Royal Theatre and Art Education Day.
\nFrom the past, which contains the names of thousands of those who contributed to our theatre from the stage and behind it, we draw motivation for the future, in which \u201cZetski dom\u201d will remain one of the most important pillars of Montenegrin culture.[\/vc_column_text]
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\nThe reconstruction of the building was supported by the collection of voluntary contributions, and was completed in 1992. The reconstructed building of the oldest theatre opened its doors to art lovers on December 19 of that year. In March of the following year, after a multi-decade break, a professional theatre group performed in \u201cZetski dom\u201d \u2013 it was \u201cAtelje 212\u201d.<\/p>\n
The era during which the new cultural awakening of Cetinje took place, and which history recognizes by the launch of the Cetinje Biennale, brought the idea of renewal of artistic production in \u201cZetski dom\u201d. In this respect, one of the most significant dates was February 10, 1994, when the cult play \u201cPrincess Xenia of Montenegro\u201d by director Radmila Vojvodi\u0107 premiered. Both the premiere and reruns of the play with a plot from the past of Montenegro were marked by enormous interest of the audience.<\/p>\n
In 1995, institution the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d was founded. The renewed institution was managed by acting director Gojko \u010celebi\u0107, and from the first years of its work, the most significant was the hundredth performance of \u201cPrincess Xenia of Montenegro\u201d, which was in 1998.<\/p>\n
The first theatre season after the 1960s in \u201cZetski dom\u201d began in 2002. At that time, acting director was Slobodan Bo\u017eovi\u0107, and then Ljubomir \u0110urkovi\u0107 was appointed general director. The first results of its own production followed in January 2003, when the play \u201cKing Ibi\u201d premiered, directed by Slobodan Milatovi\u0107. After that, the performances \u201cCard Index\u201d, \u201cFinal Countdown\u201d, the opera \u201cDido and Aeneas\u201d were performed, and during the summer of 2003, in cooperation with the Swedish Royal Academy of Music and the Academy of Music from Cetinje will be staged Montenegro Music Festival.
\nSince then until today, the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d stands behind an increasingly dynamic and diverse repertoire. Numerous renowned domestic and foreign directors and actors contributed to the production of our theatre, and our plays have been performed and awarded in a number of European countries. Equally valuable is the effort of those without whom the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d would not be recognized today as one of the leading cultural institutions in Montenegro \u2013 namely its employees.
\nJust like in the 19th and 20th centuries, the audience in Cetinje is directed to the theatre, so the performances in \u201cZetski dom\u201d are filled with spectators. On the other hand, except for tours, we are particularly proud of domestic, regional and international co-productions.<\/p>\n
The mandates of directors Slobodan Bo\u017eovi\u0107, Vesna Miranovi\u0107, artistic director Lidija Dedovi\u0107 and current director Ilija Suboti\u0107 are tied to the operations of the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski dom\u201d in recent times. In addition to numerous productions and the realization of high artistic achievements, the theatre as a partner or leader, participated in projects co-financed by the European Union: \u201cCollective plays!\u201d and ADNICH.
\nThanks to this, we have great cooperation with theatres from Croatia, Slovenia, Serbia and Italy.
\nSince 2015, \u201cZetski dom\u201d has been realizing the Montenegrin International Theatre Festival \u2013 MIT, one of the most important in Montenegro, which, with a carefully selected programmes, contributes to the improvement of culture at the local and national level.<\/p>\n
Another important moment in recent history happened at the end of 2020, when the Royal Theatre \u201cZetski Dom\u201d got a permanent acting ensemble.<\/p>\n
Similar to the post-war period, our theatre was also recognized for the implementation of programmes and projects for children and young people, important for the development of their cultural needs and habits, and participation in the creation of new productions. It is about the educational and cultural segments Studio of the Royal Theatre and Art Education Day.
\nFrom the past, which contains the names of thousands of those who contributed to our theatre from the stage and behind it, we draw motivation for the future, in which \u201cZetski dom\u201d will remain one of the most important pillars of Montenegrin culture.[\/vc_column_text]
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