Teatro Lethes, Faro
Teatro Lethes, Faro, Nineteenth-century theatre in Sé district, Faro, Portugal.
Teatro Lethes is a 19th-century theatre in Faro's Sé district featuring classical Portuguese architectural elements and decorated interiors. The hall has horseshoe-shaped boxes arranged across multiple levels above the main stalls, following traditional theatre design.
The building was constructed in 1605 as a Jesuit college and transformed into a theatre in 1845 following French military occupation. This conversion was undertaken by Italian physician Lázaro Doglioni.
The theatre hosts regular performances of plays, concerts, and dance shows as a key venue for performing arts in the city. Visitors experience the classical spaces where artists bring their work to life.
The theatre is located on Rua de Portugal and offers guided tours to visitors. An active events calendar managed by ACTA theatre company keeps performances happening throughout the year.
The Latin inscription 'Monet Oblectando' on the facade means 'it instructs with amusement' and reveals the dual role of the building as both educational and entertainment space. This motto captures how the place has functioned since its transformation.
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