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 Ideal place to relax |
Via Dei Macci 111r Florence, Florence 50122 Italy +39 (0)55 200 1492 http://www.teatrodelsale.com/ |
Teatro del Sale is a members-only club operated by the same owners as the neighbouring Cibrèo (Il), which has meeting rooms, a dining area, and a theatre. The establishment is located within a 14th century building that was once a food cellar. People come here to relax, have meals, read newspapers and magazines and to hold and attend workshops, lectures, concerts and plays. Membership fees are quite low; besides, this place is ideal for locals who want to spend some time with friends and family members. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Opera in the Summertime |
Teatro Verdi Via Ghibellina, 99 Florence 50122 Italy +39 55 21 2320 http://www.teatroverdifirenze.it/ |
From June through August, the city of Florence offers the finest operas in one of the most beautiful cities in the world. The city's halls and opera houses are chock-a-block with events and show times. Each performance features incredible costumes gracing truly talented performers. The dress code is casual so just relax and enjoy the show! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Teatro Comunale's Smaller Counterpart |
Corso Italia 16 Florence 50123 Italy +39 899 666 805 |
Adjacent to Florence's Teatro Comunale is the Piccolo Teatro Comunale, a historic yet modernly equipped venue that can seat about 600 people. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Home to Maggio Musicale Fiorentino |
Corso Italia, 16 Florence Italy +39 055 213 535 http://www.maggiofiorentino.co... |
The Teatro del Maggio is home to the Maggio Musicale Fiorentino and is host to the annual Maggio Musicale Festival, one of the oldest and most popular classical music festivals in Europe. This historic venue has stood for over two centuries, surviving partial destruction during World War II bombing and the flood of 1966. Conductors including Dimitri Mitropoulous, Zubin Mehta, and Vittorio Gui have all been proudly featured at the Teatro Comunale. For information on upcoming events, visit their website. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Intimate & Authentic Theatrical Venue |
Via Santa Maria 15 Florence 50125 Italy +39 055 277 9350 |
Featuring small opera and ballet performances as well as chamber music concerts, this pleasantly petite venue accommodates only 400 people making for a more intimate atmosphere. Dating back to the early 1700s, a long and detailed restoration of the theater was finished in the 1990s. Located in the middle of the Oltrarno district near the Ponte Vecchio, Teatro Goldoni is a lovely way to experience classic works in authentic Renaissance style. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Top Comedians & New Talent |
Via delle Cascine 41 Florence 50144 Italy +39 055 362 067 http://www.teatropuccini.it/ |
Florence's Teatro Puccini is dedicated to satire and a mixture of genres, thanks to the artistic direction of Sergio Staino, and in more recent years, Claudio Bisio. From October to April, the season is filled with performances by Italy's top comedians and actors, not to mention hots a number of young, up-and-coming talent. The weekly program alternates between theatre productions and first-run movies. Hours and prices vary based on performance, and can be found on their website. Season tickets can be purchased with rates to fit any kind of budget. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The best of avantgarde Italian art and theatre. |
Via Donizzetti, 58 Florence 50018 Italy +39 55 75 7348 |
The Krypton company is the creative source of this cultural space. It sets up experimental works of art and re-readings of classics, both old and modern. Different activities take place within the theatre, some of which are for children. Admission: EUR 13 (adult season pass), EUR 11 (reduced season pass for under 26s and seniors). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Classic Italian & International Theatre |
Via Ghibellina 99 Florence 50122 Italy +39 055 212 320 http://www.teatroverdifirenze.it/ |
Built in 1854 on what was once a prison, Teatro Verdi is now the home of the renowned Orchestra della Toscana. In addition to chamber music concerts, the venue plays hosts to variety of performing arts and events including drama, operetta, pop, and jazz performances as well as film premieres and conventions. The space has undergone three major renovations since 1950 but maintained its classic Italian style with red velvet curtains, ornate ceilings, and six levels of loges. Review © 2007, Wcities |
