Theaters
Iconic Locations
Historic District
Culture & Arts Spaces
Inaugurated in 1911 as a commemorative work for the First Centennial of Independence from the Spanish Crown. The design is by Luis Felipe Jaspe, inspired by the Tacón Theater in Havana and the Reina Emma Theater in Curaçao. It has been closed since 1970 due to deterioration. Renamed in honor of a famous Caribbean composer and musician, it reopened its doors in 1998 after the restoration of the Cartagena architect Alberto Samudio Trallero and incorporating works by Enrique Grau with the collaboration of Jorge Ortiz for the ceiling and the backdrop.
- Horseshoe-shaped plan. Wooden stairs and Italian marble sculptures.
- Boxes and balconies separated by cedar lattices imitating lace.
- Capacity: 643 people between stalls, boxes and balconies.
Historic Center
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- Main entrance: Plaza de la Merced
- Next to the walled perimeter, with an exit arch leading to Avenida Santander (the seafront)
- Parking Area
- Additional spaces: Lobby and work areas (stage, dressing rooms, offices)
