Theatre ensembles
The City Theatre Banská Bystrica is divided into three individual theatre ensembles
- Children’s Theatre Ensemble LAMPÁŠ
- Community Theatre Ensemble of Andrej Sládkovič
- Professional Theatre Ensemble of Peter Karvaš
Children's Theatre Ensemble LAMPÁŠ

Provides a space for the development of talent among the most gifted children in Banská Bystrica, aged 7 to 15.
There are two groups within the ensemble LAMPÁŠ: ISKRA (ages 7-11) and PLAMIENOK (ages 11-15). Both of them prepare one solo performance and one joint stage performance each school year. Aduditions are held every September, at the beginning of the school year. Only children who finished the first year of elementary school can sign up for the audition. They need to perform a dance presentation, singing, and a poetry recitation. If they can play a musical instrument, they are welcome to showcase their skill as well.
- The Leader of LAMPÁŠ:
- The Leader of ISKRA:
- The Leader of PLAMIENOK:
Community Theatre Ensemble of Andrej Sládkovič

Follows a 75-year tradition of Community Theatre in Banská Bystrica which operated continuously until 1995.
The Ensemble brings together residents interested in theatre-making – actors, actresses, singers, dancers, wardrobe assistants, make-up artists, prop masters, stage technicians, ushers, usherettes and many others. These people have decided to spend their leisure time focusing on inner growth, working on joint theatre experiences under the guidance of professional artists and nurturing the spirit of the city while pursuing their professions. If interested in any of the mentioned activities, the city residents can join the Ensemble anytime. They can reach out to the Ensemble Leader via email or phone. However, they must be at least 15 years old and have received their ID.
- The Leader of Community Theatre Ensemble of Andrej Sládkovič: M.A. Diana Javorčíková
Professional Theatre Ensemble of Peter Karvaš

The most significant theatre artist in Banská Bystrica's history was Peter Karvaš – Slovak playwright, theatre critic and scholar.
To honor him, the City Theatre Banská Bystrica has decided to create a theatre ensemble providing a space for young professional artists, students and graduates of J. L. Bella’s Conservatory and The Academy of Arts. The artists, under the guidance of professionals, have the opportunity to show their talent, creativity, and potential, as well as acquire their practical and professional skills and experiences in the real practice of the professional theatre artists.
- The Leader of the Professional Theatre Ensemble of Peter Karvaš: MFA Juraj Benčík