Teatro all'Antica, Renaissance theatre in Sabbioneta, Italy
The Teatro all'Antica features an elevated wooden stage, a loggia for noble women, and detailed frescoes depicting classical triumphal arches on its walls.
Architect Vincenzo Scamozzi completed this first purpose-built theater structure in 1590 under the commission of Duke Vespasiano I Gonzaga as part of his Renaissance city plan.
The theater's design incorporates Roman architectural elements, including a colonnade at the rear of the seating area and perspective-based stage scenery depicting urban streets.
Visitors can access the theater from Monday to Friday between 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM, with additional afternoon hours from 2:30 PM to 6:00 PM on weekends.
The ceiling structure resembles an inverted ship hull, painted to create the illusion of an open-air ancient amphitheater during performances.
Location: Sabbioneta
Architects: Vincenzo Scamozzi
Official opening: 1590
Architectural style: Renaissance architecture
Address: Via Teatro Olimpico
GPS coordinates: 44.99889,10.48917
Latest update: May 14, 2025 15:29
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