Ángela Peralta Theatre, Opera house in Centro Historico, Mazatlán, Mexico.
Ángela Peralta Theatre is an opera house in historic downtown Mazatlán featuring cast iron balconies and wooden structures designed to accommodate over 800 guests. The interior layout ensures clear sightlines from all seating areas to the stage.
Construction took place between 1869 and 1874 under owner Manuel Rubio, followed by renovations from 1879 to 1881. The building reopened to the public in 1992 after comprehensive restoration work.
The venue serves as a center for artistic expression in the city, hosting operas, ballet performances, and contemporary shows that draw visitors interested in live entertainment. Audiences experience the local arts scene within a historic setting where music and theater traditions remain active.
The theater sits near Plaza Machado and maintains regular performances throughout the year as part of the Mazatlán Cultural Festival and other programming. Visitors should check what shows are scheduled during their stay.
The building bears the name of Mexican opera singer Ángela Peralta, who died in Mazatlán during a yellow fever epidemic in 1883. This tragic chapter connects the structure to a defining moment in local history.
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