Teatro João Caetano

Teatro João Caetano is a neoclassical building with elaborate facade details located in downtown Niterói. Inside, the main auditorium seats approximately 400 people across multiple levels, while the Sala Carlos Couto hosts multimedia events and the Salão Nobre accommodates smaller performances.

The building was founded in 1842 as Teatro Santa Tereza and renamed in 1900 to honor João Caetano, a prominent Brazilian actor and director. This change reflected its evolution into a recognized cultural institution in the region.

The theater serves as a gathering place for performing arts in the city, where residents and visitors come throughout the year to experience local and touring artists. The multiple halls allow for different types of events, from major productions to more intimate performances.

The theater is located at Rua XV de Novembro 35 in the downtown area, within easy walking distance. The different halls allow visitors to choose events based on their interests, whether they prefer larger productions or more intimate settings.

The stage curtain was designed by Roberto Burle Marx, the renowned Brazilian landscape architect and artist. The interior paintings were created by Thomas Driendl, giving the theater's various spaces a distinctive visual character.

Location: Niterói

Official opening: 1842

Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture

Website: http://culturaniteroi.com.br/municipal

GPS coordinates: -22.89589,-43.12328

Latest update: December 12, 2025 08:00