Theatro Municipal (São Paulo)
| São Paulo Municipal Theatre | |
|---|---|
Theatro Municipal de São Paulo | |
The main façade, after the 2011 restoration. | |
| Alternative names | Municipal |
| General information | |
| Type | Opera house |
| Architectural style | Renaissance, Baroque and Art Nouveau |
| Location | Ramos de Azevedo Square, Centro, São Paulo |
| Construction started | 1903 |
| Completed | 1911 |
| Inaugurated | 12 September 1911 |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect(s) | Ramos de Azevedo Claudio Rossi Domiziano Rossi |
| Other information | |
| Seating capacity | 1523 |
| Designated | 1995 |
| Reference no. | 1349 |
Municipal Theatre of São Paulo is a theatre in São Paulo, Brazil. It is regarded as one of the landmarks of the city, significant both for its architectural value as well as for its historical importance, having been the venue for the Week of Modern Art in 1922, which revolutionised the arts in Brazil. The building now houses the São Paulo Municipal Symphonic Orchestra, the Coral Lírico (Lyric Choir) and the City Ballet of São Paulo.