Teatro di Cestello, Theatre in San Frediano district, Florence, Italy.
Teatro di Cestello is a theater in Florence's Oltrarno neighborhood, housed in a restored early 20th century building with a modern auditorium. The hall seats 142 people and combines traditional architecture with contemporary performance facilities.
The building began in 1903 as a parish hall and was expanded in the 1950s. After the devastating 1966 flood, the theater remained closed for two decades before eventual reopening.
The theater presents Italian language performances and hosts one of Florence's earliest theater schools, which has taught acting since 1999. The stage shapes neighborhood cultural life with regular productions that range from classical to contemporary works.
The theater is located at Piazza di Cestello 4 and offers varied programming throughout the year. Access is straightforward, and it is helpful to check performance schedules in advance to plan your visit.
Metal and wood seating from the 1950s renovation remains visible in the foyer, showing the theater's evolution. These preserved pieces tell the story of changes the place has undergone.
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