Darius Pečiūra: Remembering the Longtime “New Theatre” Colleague
- The Lithuanian theater community mourns the loss of Darius Petkevičius, a long-time actor wiht the New Theater (naujasis teatras) in Vilnius.News of his death was announced on the...
- Darius Petkevičius was a prominent figure at the New Theatre, known for his dedication and extensive contributions too numerous productions.
- - New Theatre (Naujasis teatras) Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/naujajisteatras (Accessed January 16, 2026)
Darius Petkevičius, Lithuanian stage Actor, Dies
The Lithuanian theater community mourns the loss of Darius Petkevičius, a long-time actor wiht the New Theater (naujasis teatras) in Vilnius.News of his death was announced on the theater’s official Facebook page on January 16, 2026.
Background
Darius Petkevičius was a prominent figure at the New Theatre, known for his dedication and extensive contributions too numerous productions. The New Theatre, founded in 1992, is a leading contemporary theater in Lithuania, focusing on innovative and experimental performances. Petkevičius’s passing represents a notable loss for the company and the broader Lithuanian arts scene.
Official Statement
“It’s still very hard to believe… We have lost Darius, one of the longest-serving members of the New Theatre.”
– New Theatre (Naujasis teatras) Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/naujajisteatras (Accessed January 16, 2026)
Details regarding the cause of death have not been publicly released as of January 16, 2026. The New Theatre’s declaration indicates the profound shock and grief felt by the company.