Reconstruction of Kupala Theater to begin in 2010

The reconstruction of Yanka Kupala National Academic Theater will begin in 2010, Belarus' first deputy culture minister Uladzimir Rylatka said in a statement. "A general design of the building" has already been developed, he said. Two new attachments will be built at the back of the theater building. The stage will be expanded. The facade will be given an original outlook that was before the previous reconstructions.

The works are planned to require two years. Plays will be staged in other theaters, reports Belapan.