Teatro Valle, Opera house and theater in Rome, Italy
Teatro Valle is a theater building in Rome featuring five tiers of boxes arranged in a horseshoe configuration with ornate decorative details throughout. The interior showcases classical Italian theater architecture with elaborately designed loges.
The building was commissioned by the Capranica family in 1726 and ranked among Rome's first permanent theaters. Later, the facade was redesigned in 1845 by architect Gaspare Servi, and the structure underwent further renovations to modernize it.
The theater has long been connected to the work of Italian playwrights and premiered important dramatic works here. Visitors can observe today how the interior space was designed for such productions, with its multiple tiers and classical Italian theater layout.
The theater can be explored through its various levels, as the tiers are accessible from the ground floor and the loges appeal to most visitors. It is advisable to allow time to fully appreciate the fine details of the interior.
Between 2011 and 2014, actors, musicians, and technicians occupied the theater to prevent its privatization and preserve its artistic independence. This unusual action demonstrated the strong commitment of artists to protect the venue.
Location: Rome
Official opening: 1727
Website: http://teatrovalleoccupato.it
GPS coordinates: 41.89750,12.47500
Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:53
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