The New Stage has been part of the National Theatre since January 2010. Built in 1983, it mostly hosts the Laterna magika, and focuses on contemporary cultural trends (contemporary dance, progressive drama alternatives, interactive performances, urban culture phenomena, multimedia projects, family programs).

The New Stage is open to both Czech and international audience and the programming meets the needs of both audiences. The repertoire of the New Stage can be divided into three parts: performances  by the Drama and Ballet Ensemble of the National Theatre and performances by the artistic ensemble Laterna magika. The remaining third of the repertoire is devoted to international guest performances, local and international co-productions, emerging artists in theatre and visual arts, contemporary dance, workshops, conferences, festivals and other accompanying programs. The repertoire of the New Stage also includes a wide-range of special projects and one-off events that take place both in the New Stage building as well as the piazzeta of the National Theatre.