Teatro Comunale Ponchielli

Teatro Comunale Ponchielli is a neoclassical theater building in Cremona with a horseshoe-shaped auditorium divided by three tiers of boxes and two galleries above. The interior space holds around 1200 spectators and reflects the grand architectural style typical of 19th-century Italian theaters.

The original building opened in 1747 as Teatro Nazari, but a fire in 1806 destroyed it completely. Architect Luigi Canonica designed the reconstructed version, which reopened its doors in 1808.

The theater presents a diverse program of performances throughout the year, including classical operas, contemporary plays, dance performances, and musical concerts.

The theater sits on Corso Vittorio Emanuele II 52 and is easy to reach on foot from the city center. You can purchase tickets through the official website, and performances run throughout the year at regular intervals.

The building took its current name in 1907 to honor Amilcare Ponchielli, a famous composer born in Cremona. It was later designated as an Italian national heritage site, highlighting its importance to the country.

Location: Cremona

Inception: 1747

Architects: Luigi Canonica

Official opening: 1747

Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture

Capacity: 1188

Website: http://teatroponchielli.it

GPS coordinates: 45.13220,10.01903

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:49