Bologna
Arena del Sole
Historical Theatre of Bologna
Via dell'Indipendenza 44
Bologna, 40121
Nearest Train: ATC 11, 20, 27, 28, A, B, BLQ
Phone: +39 051 291 0911
Fax: +39 051 239 588
Website | EmailThe "Arena del Sole" is one of the most well-equipped theatres in Italy. It has very innovative technology, and represents an example of modernity without losing the attractiveness and prestige of its history. It was given back to the city of Bologna on the February 20 after an eight-year period of restoration. Its Neoclassically inspired architecture is still intact. It is a historical site, and has daily performances, as is stated in the original inscription which is still above the door today. The Arena was first opened on the July 5, 1810, straight after Pietro Bonni's building work had finished. Tommaso Salvini, Eleonora Duse, Irma Gramatica, and Ermete Zacconi are just a few of the great actors who have performed here. The theatre has had removable coverings since 1916 so that covered shows can take place during the Winter. A cinema screen was added in 1949. Bologna Council bought the theatre in 1984, and it is now run by the Nuoca Scena-Teatro Stabile di Bologna. As well as producing a lot of plays, it also hosts important modern dance shows, classical music, light music, and jazz.
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