National Theatre of Pécs, Neo-Renaissance theatre in Pécs, Hungary
The National Theatre of Pécs is a Neo-Renaissance building on Színász Square in the centre of Pécs, Hungary, designed by architect Adolf Láng. It holds an auditorium of around 455 seats arranged in a classic layout that gives clear sightlines to the stage.
The theatre opened on October 5, 1895, with a performance of Ferenc Erkel's opera Bánk Bán as its inaugural event. Between 1986 and 1991 it went through a major renovation that brought its stage technology and interior up to date.
The theatre in Pécs stages classical plays, contemporary works, and Hungarian dramas throughout the year on its main stage. A permanent ensemble of professional actors carries productions across the full season.
Arriving a little early gives time to look at the facade and walk through the foyer before the auditorium opens. The season runs from autumn through spring, so planning ahead is a good idea if you want to catch a performance.
The 1890 design competition was won by Adolf Lang and Adolf Steinhardt, who worked with the Fellner-Helmer firm; the county council contributed 10,000 Ft to the construction. The city had to take out a loan after a supplementary tax and donations failed to cover the cost, and the opening slipped a year from 1894 to 5 October 1895.
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