Teatro Macció, Theatre in San José de Mayo, Uruguay.
Teatro Macció is a theatre at the corner of 18 de Julio and 25 de Mayo in San José de Mayo, Uruguay. Its horseshoe-shaped auditorium seats 700 spectators in the Italian opera-house layout. The interior keeps its original Italian velvet curtain and a Murano glass chandelier with 96 lights.
The theatre opened on June 5, 1912, as a memorial to Don Bartolomé Macció, founded by his family following his death in the early 1900s. Its creation stemmed from this personal initiative.
The theatre serves as a gathering place where the community experiences theatrical productions, concerts, and dance performances featuring both resident and visiting artists. It remains central to the cultural life of San José de Mayo.
Plan your visit for performance days when the box office opens around 7:00 PM for ticket purchases. Check the official website beforehand to confirm the current schedule and availability.
Carlos Gardel, the renowned tango singer, performed here during one of his final public appearances before his death. This connection to tango history makes the venue particularly notable for music lovers.
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