Sala Nezahualcóyotl, Concert hall in Ciudad Universitaria, Mexico City, Mexico.
Sala Nezahualcóyotl is a circular concert hall within the Cultural Center of Mexico's National Autonomous University in Mexico City. The building features carefully engineered acoustics and contemporary design that makes it an exceptional performance venue.
Construction of the hall began in the 1970s under architect Arcadio Artis and acoustician Christopher Jaffe. The completion of this project became a turning point in concert hall design and influenced similar venues developed later in other parts of the world.
The hall is named after the Aztec poet and philosopher Nezahualcóyotl and hosts classical and contemporary performances that shape university cultural life. You will find both UNAM orchestras and visiting international ensembles performing here regularly throughout the year.
The venue is located on Avenida Insurgentes and operates Wednesday through Sunday, with extended evening hours on certain days for performances. Check ahead to confirm whether events are scheduled during your visit, as the program varies throughout the year.
The circular design proved so successful that it later inspired architects who built other major concert halls elsewhere. This design principle was adopted because it offers advantages for sound distribution and sightlines to the stage.
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