Drawing on a long history of Estonia's song festivals and other cultural traditions, today's choice in entertainment blends the traditional with the modern. The Estonia National Opera constitutes the core of high culture in Estonia, masterfully performing a wide repertoire of opera, operetta and ballet, from beloved classics like Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker to local favourites and new work.
Smaller theatres offer both innovation and old standards.
Live music is very easy to find in the city's bars and caf s in the evenings, and nightclubs offer everything from swing to hiphop. Big-name rock stars have been coming to Tallinn since the early 90s, including Michael Jackson and the Rolling Stones. Alternative music, however, is not hard to find, with raves in warehouses and glamour parties on various themes and in various venues.