The play "Ļaunais gars" by Rūdolfs Blaumanis will be staged at Valmiera Theatre's Jaunā zāle in Valmiera on 19 November 2026. Directed by Inese Mičule, with set design by Uģis Bērziņš, costumes by Ilze Vītoliņa, lighting by Krista Erdmane, choreography by Liene Grava, and music by Rihards Zaļupe, this two-act folk drama features a large cast including Inese Pudža and Rihards Jakovels. The story centers on the Cīruļi family, whose life is turned upside down after a lottery win challenges their values, relationships, and perceptions of wealth. Supported by the Boris and Ināra Teterev Foundation, the production is part of the theatre’s season repertoire and is performed in Latvian.