Tano Fest opens in Shkodra: eight nights of comedy at Migjeni Theatre

Migjeni Theatre in Shkodra hosts the nationwide comedy festival Tano Fest from 14 to 21 November 2026. Eight consecutive evenings bring eight performances to the stage, connecting contemporary theatre with Albania’s comedy tradition.

A tribute to Tano Banushi

Named after Tano Banushi, the festival takes place ahead of the centenary of his birth. It honours a major figure in Albanian comedy while creating space for present-day stage productions and performers.

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The eight-night programme

The festival opens on 14 November with “10 vjet martesë” (10 Years of Marriage). “Romeo dhe Xhulieta” follows on 15 November, “Dasma” on 16 November and “Gomerët e trojeve” on 17 November.

The programme continues with “Papritur i papandehur” on 18 November, “Hollyshit” on 19 November and “Si ne të dy” on 20 November. “Nata e yjeve” closes the festival on 21 November.

Comedy in Shkodra

By presenting a different production each evening, Tano Fest gives audiences the opportunity to encounter several approaches to comedy in one venue. All performances in the programme take place at Migjeni Theatre in Shkodra.