The Dominican Republic has officially launched the XII International Theater Festival 2025 (FITE RD 2025) in a grand ceremony held at the Palacio de Bellas Artes in Santo Domingo. The event, inaugurated by Culture Minister Roberto Ángel Salcedo, marks the start of a ten-day celebration of theater across the nation. This year’s festival, themed ‘El teatro somos todos’ (‘We Are All Theater’), runs from October 19 to 30 and spans multiple provinces, showcasing the government’s dedication to cultural accessibility and decentralization. Spain has been named the guest country, with the renowned Teatro Corsario serving as the festival’s guest of honor. The opening ceremony also paid homage to theater artists who passed away this year and honored cultural promoter Freddy Ginebra, founder of Casa de Teatro, for his significant contributions to the arts. Vice Minister Amaury Sánchez highlighted the festival’s role in fostering cultural equity and expanding access to the performing arts. FITE RD 2025 will feature 75 performances by 15 international companies from Latin America and Europe, 17 Dominican groups, and four state ensembles, alongside artists from the Dominican diaspora in the United States. Tickets, priced at RD$200, are available at the Teatro Nacional, reflecting efforts to make theater more inclusive. The festival commenced with Teatro Corsario’s rendition of ‘El alcalde de Zalamea,’ a masterpiece from Spain’s Golden Age.