Silvano Toti Globe Theatre, Elizabethan theatre in Villa Borghese gardens, Rome, Italy
The Silvano Toti Globe Theatre is a theatre building designed as an Elizabethan-style playhouse located within Villa Borghese park. The circular wooden structure features an open-air layout with tiered seating arranged around a central stage, recreating the architectural style of Shakespeare's original London theatre.
The theatre opened in 2003 as the first permanent Shakespeare-focused stage in Rome. Its establishment marked a turning point in bringing classical theatrical arts and dramatic performance traditions to the city.
The theatre stages Shakespeare productions performed in Italian, bringing classical works to audiences through contemporary interpretations. Summer performances attract both lovers of the playwright and those seeking outdoor drama in a historic setting.
The theatre is situated within Villa Borghese park, making it accessible from central Rome. Since performances are held outdoors, visitors should dress appropriately for weather conditions and plan visits during the warmer months when the season typically runs.
The building was modeled after Elizabethan theatres and features a thatched roof with traditional architectural details resembling Shakespeare's original Globe. This choice to employ authentic 16th-century construction methods makes the venue a rare example of a reconstructed historical theatre outside London.
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