The International Festival of Contemporary Theatre Homo Novus is the leading performing arts festival in Latvia since 1995 and one of the biggest in the Baltic region. It takes place in Riga and introduces audiences to both new and renowned artists that seek ways of expressing their views and opinions about the world and the society. Festival offers a range of performances as well as seminars, workshops and other activities.
This year International Contemporary Theatre Festival Homo Novus invites audiences to slow down and it revolves around rest, care, and the conscious slowing down of life’s pace. Festival events will unfold along the banks of the River Daugava from Krāslava to Rīga, in a sand dune, museum and at other locations across Latvia. This year’s programme invites audiences to focus on mutual care, togetherness, and human connection at a time when everyday life is increasingly shaped by speed, tension, and information overload. Festival organisers are placing particular emphasis on creating a safe and welcoming environment for audiences, artists, and the festival team alike.