The National Operetta and Musical Theater “Ion Dacian” is a performing arts company based in Bucharest, Romania. It was founded in 1950 as the State Operetta Theater. In 1990, the institution was named after the tenor Ion Dacian. It received national status in 2001 and later updated its name to show its focus on musical theater.
The company produces and performs a variety of stage works. Its regular repertoire includes classical operettas, modern musicals, musical comedies, and concerts. The institution employs vocal soloists, a full orchestra, a choir, and a ballet ensemble to perform these productions. It also stages specific performances designed for children and young audiences.
The theater organizes the “Ion Dacian” International Festival of Operetta and Musical, an event dedicated to these specific music genres. The company presents its works at its home venue in Bucharest and occasionally travels to perform in other cities.