Remembering Ādolfs Streičs: Riga Honors Latvian Film Pioneer

Riga is commemorating the life and work of Ādolfs Streičs, a significant figure in Latvian cinema, with a series of events including screenings of his films and a memorial book for tributes. The Riga City Council is supporting a screening of 12 art films directed by Streičs in Vērmanes garden.

A Legacy in Film and Theatre

Born on September 26, 1936, in “Anspokos” of Preiļi parish, Streičs dedicated his career to directing both cinema and theatre from 1964 onwards. His contributions have left a lasting impact on Latvian arts and culture.

Memorial and Remembrance

A record book will be available for friends, contemporaries, admirers, and supporters to share words of remembrance or appreciation. It will be open today, March 22, 2026, at the Latvian Society of Riga from 11 a.m. To 7 p.m., and again tomorrow, March 23, 2026, from 10 a.m. To 7 p.m. The Latvian Society of Riga is located at Merķeļa Street 13, Riga, LV-1050, Latvia.

Riga City Council Support

The Riga City Council is demonstrating its support for the commemoration by facilitating the screening of Streičs’ films in Vērmanes garden. The council, consisting of 60 councillors, is elected every four years, with the next election scheduled for June 1, 2029. More information about the Riga City Council can be found on their official website.

About the Riga City Council

The Riga City Council is the government of the city of Riga, Latvia, and meets in the Riga Town Hall at Town Hall Square. Further details about the council’s history and structure are available on Wikipedia.