Colón Theater

Opened in 1908, the Colón Theater in Buenos Aires, Argentina is one of the most famous opera houses in the world.

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1908 - Buenos Aires - Argentina - Opera house

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It sits right on the 9 de Julio Avenue, in the heart of the city, altough the main entrance is on Libertad street.

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Built with a seating capacity of 2,500 in surroundings of classic French Renaissance style, the theatre's design features a rich scarlet and gold decor. The cupola contains frescoes painted by the renowned 20th century artist Raúl Soldi.

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Seating capacity - French - Renaissance - Cupola - 20th century - Raúl Soldi

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Over the years, the Colón Theatre has hosted such opera greats as Arturo Toscanini, Jane Bathori, Enrico Caruso, Maria Callas, Plácido Domingo, Astor Piazzolla and Luciano Pavarotti.

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Arturo Toscanini - Jane Bathori - Enrico Caruso - Maria Callas - Plácido Domingo - Astor Piazzolla - Luciano Pavarotti

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The Teatro Colón considered to be one of the theatres with best acoustics in the world. The theatre is used for both Opera and Chamber Music concerts.

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Acoustics - Opera - Chamber Music

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