Created in 1961 by the International Theatre Institute, the day is designed to draw attention to the power of the stage.
To celebrate the day, you may like to see a play, offer free tickets to your theatre, write a play of your own, or pay tribute to a playwright.
There are many spectacular theatres around the world – here are some of the best.
Oslo Opera House, Norway
Minack Theatre, Cornwall
Odeon of Herodes Atticus, Greece
Teatro La Fenice, Italy
Walt Disney Concert Hall, Los Angeles
The Seebühne (Floating Stage), Austria
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Copenhagen Opera House, Denmark
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