The Theatre Institute in Bratislava (1961) conducts comprehensive research, documentation, and scientific processing and provision of information about the theatre culture in Slovakia since the establishment of the first professional theatre scene in 1920. It administers the cultural heritage in the area of Slovak theatre culture (drama, opera, ballet, dance, puppet theatre, modern performative arts). It is a member of several international non-governmental organizations. As part of its international collaboration and its other regular activities, the Theatre Institute fosters the presentation of Slovak theatre abroad.