Apollon Theatre, Neoclassical theatre in Georgiou I Square, Patras, Greece
Apollon Theatre is a neoclassical building on Georgiou I Square featuring two stories with a facade of five arched openings. The roofline is decorated with ornamental ceramic statues from Vienna, adding an artistic detail to the structure.
German architect Ernst Ziller completed the building on 10 October 1872 with financial support from local citizens and merchants. This collaboration between the community and international expertise shaped the theatre's development.
The theatre is named after Apollo, the ancient god, reflecting the city's cultural connection to the classical world. Today it regularly hosts dramatic productions, operas, and concerts that shape the cultural life of the area.
The venue holds around 300 spectators, creating an intimate setting for performances. Its location on Georgiou I Square makes it easy to find and accessible to visitors exploring the city.
This theatre is one of only four surviving neoclassical theatre buildings in Greece, making it part of a rare group of historical structures. The other three are located in Tripoli, Syros, and Piraeus, forming together a distinctive collection from that era.
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