Apollo Theater (Miranda de Ebro) facts for kids
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Salón Apolo Theatre
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The Apollo Theatre in the 1920s, located in Miranda de Ebro.
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| Address | Pza. Santa María s/n Miranda de Ebro Spain |
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| Coordinates | 42°41′00″N 2°57′10″W / 42.68333°N 2.95278°W |
| Capacity | 473 |
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| Built | 1921 |
| Opened | 4 October 1921 |
| Renovated | 2015 |
| Closed | 1987 |
| Architect | Original building: Fermín Álamo (1920); Rebuilt: Miguel Verdú Belmonte (2015) |
The Apollo Theatre, also known as Teatro Salón Apolo, is the most important theatre in the city of Miranda de Ebro, Spain. It stands in the old part of the city, right next to the historic Church of Santa María.
The theatre was first built in 1921. For many years, it fell into ruin after closing in 1987. However, it was carefully restored and finally reopened to the public in 2015.
History of the Apollo Theatre
Long ago, the spot where the theatre now stands was home to a small palace. Sadly, this building was destroyed in a fire on December 28, 1918. The owner of the land, a woman named Dolores Ángel-Zorrilla de Velasco, decided to build something new for people to enjoy.
In 1920, she hired an architect named Fermín Álamo to design a grand new theatre. The Apollo Theatre officially opened its doors on October 4, 1921.
What is the theatre like inside?
The theatre was designed in a classic Italian style. This style is known for its U-shaped seating area and beautiful decorations. The building is a great example of Neoclassical architecture, which was inspired by ancient Greek and Roman designs.
The stage is quite large, covering an area of 147 square meters. The theatre can hold up to 473 people. The audience can sit in the main seating area, called the stalls, or in the private boxes along the walls.
See also
In Spanish: Teatro Apolo (Miranda de Ebro) para niños
- Urban planning of Miranda de Ebro
