Teatro della Pergola

Florence, Italy · Theater · Capacity: major (1000+) · Genres: opera, theatre, drama

A historic opera house in the heart of Florence, built in 1656–57 with classic 'theatre all'italiana' design including horseshoe-shaped auditorium and box tiers. It houses a large 1,500-seat Sala Grande and a smaller Saloncino recital hall. Renowned for its architectural and cultural legacy, it hosts a rich program of drama and occasional opera as part of Maggio Musicale Fiorentino.