Colon Theater
With more than a century of existence, it is considered one of the most important lyric theaters in the world.
The Teatro Colón is one of the must-sees in the world of opera and is on a par with La Scala in Milan, the Opera Garnier in Paris and the Royal Opera House in London.
Since its first performance on May 25, 1908, in which the opera Aida by Giuseppe Verdi was presented, the most important directors, singers and dancers in history performed. Some of the figures who graced its stage were Igor Stravinsky, Herbert von Karajan, Daniel Barenboim, Maria Callas, Luciano Pavarotti, Plácido Domingo, Rudolf Nureyev, Julio Bocca, Paloma Herrera and Maximiliano Guerra.
Its construction lasted almost 20 years and involved 1,500 people. It is the work of architects Francesco Tamburini, Victor Meano and Jules Dormal. It is one of the best theaters of its type because the horseshoe hall generates a perfect distribution of sound and the three floors of boxes, designed with soft materials such as fabrics, wood and carpets, achieve optimal absorption. Additionally, on the upper floors, hard materials such as marble and bronze were used to perfect the reflection of waves.
Its dome was decorated by the Argentine painter Raúl Soldi and that work took him 41 days.
Put in value
In 2008, the City Government began an in-depth restoration, with the aim of returning it to all its splendor and, at the same time, providing it with the most important technological advances. This work allowed the Teatro Colón to be re-inaugurated for the bicentennial of the Nation, in 2010.Currently, the building also houses different workshops where the productions of its shows are carried out, as well as the Higher Institute of Art, recognized throughout the world and where future lyrical singers and dancers are trained.
At the box office or on the theater's website, you can get your ticket to take a guided tour of the facilities.
Curiosities
- One of the most remembered anecdotes in the history of the Teatro Colón featured the temperamental director Arturo Toscanini, who in 1912 decided to withdraw from a rehearsal, displeased with how a clarinetist played. Since there was no other bass clarinet in Buenos Aires, the Theater authorities had to convince the maestro to reverse his decision. Finally, Toscanini relented but then the one who did not want to play was the offended clarinetist.
- The Italian architect Francesco Tamburini designed the Columbus project, but died before work began. He was succeeded by his countryman Víctor Meano, who also died before the inauguration. In addition to sharing a country of origin and the misfortune of not having been able to complete their work, they had something else in common: they both died at the age of 44. At that time, many people spoke of “the curse of Columbus.”
- The Italian soprano Claudia Muzio used to throw holy water on stage, but at the Teatro Colón that caused her to slip and fall into the orchestra pit.
GUIDED TOURS
How many architects participated in the construction of the Teatro Colón? How long did it take? Who are the main local and international figures that graced the theater in its vast history? What are the corridors that these artists have walked like?
The Teatro Colón keeps secrets in every corner and to live the experience of a Guided Tour is to know a portion of its history of more than one hundred years at the service of Argentine and world culture. By touring the Hall, the Main Foyer, the Bust Gallery and the Golden Hall, visitors can absorb amazing details about the architecture, the stairs, its sculptures or stained glass.
SCHEDULES
Guided tours every day*. Departures every 15 minutes:Monday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
*Except May 1, December 24, 25 and 31 and January 1
ROUTE
Foyer, Bust Gallery, Golden Room and Main Room.The circuit may be affected due to events, performances, rehearsals, spare parts or other activities of the Teatro Colón without this implying any refund or refund.
DURATION
50 minutesQUOTA
34 peopleLANGUAGE
Spanish (every 15 minutes)English: 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 1:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Portuguese: 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
RATES
PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS AT THE THEATER BOX OFFICE (TUCUMÁN 1171) OR AT WWW.TEATROCOLON.ORG.AR
General: $14.000Argentine residents (with DNI): $6,000
Retirees, resident university students1 and Cultural Pass: $2,500
Children under 7 years: Free of charge
People with a disability certificate and their companions: Free of charge
1. Tickets corresponding to the “Retired” and “Student” rates may be purchased by credit or debit card only at the Teatro Colón Ticket Office upon presentation of official documentation proving said status.
2. Tickets for minors, free of charge, must be exchanged for the same method in which the paid tickets were acquired (website or in-person ticket office).
3. Discounts apply only to the Ticket Office upon presentation of the corresponding credential or certificate.
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PAYMENT METHODS
Cash, debit and credit cards (in 1 payment).Foreign currency is not accepted
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