Sala Miguel Covarrubias, Theatre building at Centro Cultural Universitario, Mexico City, Mexico.
Description
Sala Miguel Covarrubias is a theater building within the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México complex, featuring a horseshoe-shaped auditorium design. It holds 724 seats across two levels and has a stage of about 867 square meters, with an orchestra pit that can be covered to create additional performance space.
History
The theater opened in 1980 as part of the university's plan to expand cultural spaces in Mexico City. This development reflected the institution's commitment to supporting artistic performances and cultural activities for the broader community.
Culture
The hall serves as a central venue for artistic performances ranging from dance to opera and theater productions. Visitors experience the university's diverse artistic offerings that contribute to the city's cultural life.
Practical
The venue is located on the university campus, and visitors should check the performance schedule in advance. The two-level layout provides good sightlines from most seats, making it relatively easy to navigate during events.
Did you know?
The building's Italian-style architecture was intentionally designed to create an elegant performance space. The stage and seating can be reconfigured for different types of shows, allowing audiences to experience varying spatial arrangements depending on the production.
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