Teatro Sociale

Como, Italy

Teatro Sociale was inaugurated in 1813, when Giuseppe Verdi was born. Since its beginning, Teatro Sociale has been a center of attention that attracts the most important musicians and opera singers. In 1899, 100 years after the invention of Volta's electric battery, Teatro Sociale was provided with electric light. In 1943 it hosted Teatro alla Scala that was not habitable because of World War II bombing. Nowadays, Teatro Sociale is open 300 days a year with theater, opera, concerts and dance exhibitions.

References:

Visit Como

Address

Via Vincenzo Bellini 3, Como, Italy

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Details

Founded: 1813
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More Information

www.teatrosocialecomo.it
www.visitcomo.eu

Rating

4.5/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

marco turetta (54 days ago)
small but nice theatre

Thom James (2 months ago)
Amazing place. Visited last year for the Vacation Rental World Summit and what a stunning venue for a large gathering.

Alex Negro (3 months ago)
Beautiful theater with incredible acoustic.

Filippo Visconti (4 months ago)
It was one of the worst experiences of my life of my life in terms of restaurants

Sergio Delfanti (10 months ago)
Behind the cathedral in the middle of city a traditional theatre in old style. Parking available near north railway station and ferry dock.

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