Théâtre Municipal (Municipal Theatre), Tunis
The Municipal Theatre is a theatre that is located along the Avenue Habib Bourguiba. It was originally built in 1902 from fund by the city of Tunis. The architect, Jean-Emile Resplandy, chose the Art Nouveau architectural style. The theatre is known for being one of the few theatres in the world with this particular design.
The first theatre was built to hold 856 patrons. It was demolished in 1909 in order to be expanded both for patrons and performers. The theatre reopened with a 1,350-seat capacity in 1912.
In the 1980s, a plan was nearly carried out that would have demolished the theatre to make room for a commercial area. Public outcry prevented the destruction of the theatre, which was instead protected and preserved.
The theatre offers a variety of performances that appear throughout the year. Operas, ballets, symphonies and dramas are all commonly seen at the Municipal Theatre. It is the home of the Tunisian Symphony Orchestra and plays host to Carthage Theatre Days that is celebrated during Ramadan.
The first theatre was built to hold 856 patrons. It was demolished in 1909 in order to be expanded both for patrons and performers. The theatre reopened with a 1,350-seat capacity in 1912.
In the 1980s, a plan was nearly carried out that would have demolished the theatre to make room for a commercial area. Public outcry prevented the destruction of the theatre, which was instead protected and preserved.
The theatre offers a variety of performances that appear throughout the year. Operas, ballets, symphonies and dramas are all commonly seen at the Municipal Theatre. It is the home of the Tunisian Symphony Orchestra and plays host to Carthage Theatre Days that is celebrated during Ramadan.
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Sight Name: Théâtre Municipal (Municipal Theatre)
Sight Location: Tunis, Tunisia (See walking tours in Tunis)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Tunis, Tunisia (See walking tours in Tunis)
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