Teatro Calderón, Valladolid facts for kids
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 Teatro Calderón de la Barca
Location in Spain
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| Address |  Valladolid, Province of Valladolid, Castile and León, Spain |
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| Coordinates | 41°39′15″N 4°43′29″W / 41.654167°N 4.724722°W |
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| Opened | 1864 |
| Architect | Jerónimo de la Gándara |
The Teatro Calderón de la Barca is a famous theater located in Valladolid, Spain. It's named after a very important Spanish writer, Pedro Calderón de la Barca. This theater is one of the biggest in Spain. It first opened its doors in 1864.
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History of the Theater
Before the theater was built, a grand palace stood here. This palace belonged to the Duke of Osuna. In the mid-1800s, the palace was taken down to make space for the new theater.
The architect who designed the theater was Jerónimo de la Gándara. He created a beautiful building with a style called "eclectic neo-classical." This means it mixes different old styles.
Inside the Calderón Theater
The inside of the theater is shaped like a horseshoe. This is a common design for Italian-style theaters. The paintings, curtains, and stage sets were made by a famous artist named Augusto Ferri.
You can also see special lamps from the early 1900s. They are in a style called Art Nouveau. When it first opened, the theater was known for being very grand and fancy. It quickly became one of the most important theaters in Spain.
Modern Times and Festivals
Over the years, the theater has had good times and bad times. But it has always been an important place for arts.
Since 1973, the Teatro Calderón has been the main home for Seminci. This is the Valladolid International Film Festival. It's a big event where movies from all over the world are shown.
In the 1990s, the theater got a big makeover. Architects Jaime Nadal and Sebastian Araujo helped make it new again. On April 9, 1999, the theater officially reopened. Queen Sofía of Spain was there for the special event.
Today, many different groups perform at the theater. National theater companies, as well as dance groups from Spain and other countries, use its stage.
Gallery
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During the Seminci 2007 festival
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During the closing ceremony for Seminci 2008
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Seminci 2011
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The facade at night
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See also
In Spanish: Teatro Calderón (Valladolid) para niños
