Teatr im. Heleny Modrzejewskiej, State drama theater in Legnica, Poland
Teatr im. Heleny Modrzejewskiej is a state drama theater housed in a neoclassical building inspired by the Strozzi Palace in Florence. The interior includes an iron curtain and multiple evacuation routes designed for public safety.
Carl Ferdinand Langhans designed this theater, which opened on December 25, 1842 with a play by Friedrich Halm. After World War II, Soviet forces occupied the building until 1964, when it was returned to Polish authorities.
The theater is named after Helena Modrzejewska, a celebrated actress from Legnica who became famous across Europe. It remains a center for theater performances and cultural events that draw audiences from across the region.
The building underwent major renovations between 1891 and 1893 that improved its safety features and overall condition. Today visitors find a well-maintained theater with modern emergency systems and comfortable facilities.
During the Soviet occupation, valuable items were removed from the theater before it was returned to Polish control. This loss became part of the building's story and reminds visitors of the region's complex past.
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