

PIRMAVOTS is a melodrama in Riga at Dailes Theatre from 10 December 2026 to 16 January 2027. Based on Ayn Rand’s novel, the production follows architects Howard Roark, Dominika Francon and Peter Keating in a story of passion, rivalry and difficult choices. It is directed by Viesturs Kairišs and features Kaspars Dumburs, Mārtiņš Meiers, Ilze Ķuzule-Skrastiņa, Artūrs Skrastiņš and other performers. The 10 December and 5 January performances have English surtitles, while the 16 January performance has Latvian surtitles. Seats from row 7 to the back of the hall are recommended for easier reading. Filming and photography are prohibited, and phone cameras must be covered with a special sticker at the entrance. Address: Brīvības iela 75, Riga.