Why is Teatro Colon famous?

The Teatro Colón (Colón Theatre) in Buenos Aires is one of the most important opera houses in the world. The Colón operated in its first venue from 1857 until 1888, after which the building was closed for the construction of a new house. The new improved house opened on May 25th 1908 with a performance of Aïda.

Who has performed at Teatro Colon?

Since it opened over a hundred years ago, the Colón is celebrated for its countless world-class operas, ballets and classical music acts. Among the luminaries who have performed here are María Callas, Astor Piazzola, Richard Strauss, Igor Stravinsky, Plácido Domingo and Luciano Pavarotti.

How much does it cost to go to the Teatro Colon?

You can take a visit guide for $180 pesos it takes about 55min and you can take the visit in Spanish, English or Portuguese.

How old is El Teatro Colón?

113c. 1908
Teatro Colón/Age

What is the style of the Teatro Colón?

Eclecticism
Teatro Colón/Architectural styles

When was Teatro Colón built?

1889
Teatro Colón/Constructions started

What is the smallest opera house in Argentina?

Teatro Colón

Teatro Colón Columbus Theatre
Location	Buenos Aires, Argentina
Construction started	1889
Completed	1908
Height	28 metres

When was the Teatro Colón finished?

May 25, 1908
Teatro Colón/Dates opened

What was the first production in the new Teatro Colón?

The first Teatro Colón The construction started in 1856 and completed in 1857. This was celebrated with an opening on April 27, 1857, with Verdi’s La traviata, just four years after its Italian premiere. The production starred Sofia Vera Lorini as Violetta and Enrico Tamberlik as Alfredo.

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