The Vojvodina provincial government has appointed baritone Željko Andrić as acting director of the Serbian National Theater in Novi Sad, replacing Dragana Milošević, who resigned.
- Andrić replaces Dragana Milošević, who resigned from the post, according to N1.
- Milošević was named acting director in August 2025 by the Serbian Progressive Party-controlled Vojvodina government.
- Andrić previously managed the theater's opera ensemble until December 2024.
- N1 reports Andrić served as master of ceremonies at SNS rallies and backed President Aleksandar Vučić's electoral list.
- The source does not explain Milošević's resignation or how long Andrić will serve in the acting role.
The Vojvodina provincial government has appointed baritone Željko Andrić as acting director of the Serbian National Theater (Srpsko narodno pozorište) in Novi Sad. He replaces Dragana Milošević, who has resigned from the post, according to N1.
Milošević was named acting director in August 2025 by the Vojvodina government, which is controlled by the Serbian Progressive Party (SNS). N1 reports that she is regarded as close to the party, which also leads the national government.
Who is Željko Andrić
Andrić is an opera singer who managed the theater's opera ensemble until December 2024. N1 reports that he served as master of ceremonies at SNS rallies and signed his support for the electoral list of President Aleksandar Vučić.
The source does not say why Milošević resigned or how long Andrić is expected to remain in an acting capacity.
Background
The Serbian National Theater is the oldest professional Serbian theater. It was founded in 1861.
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Frequently asked questions
Who has been appointed acting director of the Serbian National Theater?
Baritone Željko Andrić has been appointed acting director of the Serbian National Theater in Novi Sad by the Vojvodina provincial government.
Why did Dragana Milošević leave the post?
The source does not say why Dragana Milošević resigned. She had been named acting director in August 2025.
What is Željko Andrić's background?
Andrić is an opera singer who managed the theater's opera ensemble until December 2024. N1 reports he also served as master of ceremonies at SNS rallies.
How long will Andrić remain acting director?
The source does not specify how long Andrić is expected to remain in the acting role.
