Theatre of María Guerrero facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Theatre of María Guerrero |
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| Native name Spanish: Teatro María Guerrero |
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| Location | Madrid, Spain |
| Built | 1884-1885 |
| Official name: Teatro María Guerrero | |
| Type | Non-movable |
| Criteria | Monument |
| Designated | 1996 |
| Reference no. | RI-51-0009160 |
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The Theatre of María Guerrero (in Spanish: Teatro María Guerrero) is a famous theatre located in Madrid, Spain. It was officially recognized as a Bien de Interés Cultural (a special heritage site) on March 1, 1996. Today, it is the main home for Spain's national theatre company, called the Centro Dramático Nacional.
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A Look at the Theatre's History
The Theatre of María Guerrero has a long and interesting history. It has been a key place for plays and performances in Spain for many years.
Early Years and Remodeling
Plays were first scheduled at the theatre starting on January 15, 1934. It continued to host shows until 1935. At that time, the theatre was closed for a while to undergo a big remodeling project. This helped to update the building and make it even better for audiences and performers.
Challenges During the Spanish Civil War
The theatre faced a difficult period when the Spanish Civil War began. Because of the war, the Theatre of María Guerrero had to close its doors on April 27, 1940. This was a challenging time for many public places in Spain.
Directors Through the Years
After the war, the theatre reopened and was led by several important directors. Each director helped shape the theatre's artistic direction and what plays were shown.
- Luis Escobar Kirkpatrick was the director from 1940 to 1952. He worked with Huberto Pérez de la Ossa as his assistant director.
- Following him, Claudio de la Torre took over as director from 1952 to 1960.
- Finally, José Luis Alonso Mañés directed the theatre from 1960 to 1975. These directors played a big part in the theatre's success and its role in Spanish culture.
See also
In Spanish: Teatro María Guerrero para niños
