Teatro Garibaldi
Descrizione
The Garibaldi Theatre in Modica, inaugurated in 1857, is one of the city’s most important and evocative historical theatres. Located in the heart of Modica Bassa, along the central Corso Umberto I, it has an elegant neoclassical façade embellished with refined Art Nouveau details that highlight its prestige and history. Inside, the structure is organised with a wide stalls and numerous boxes arranged in a horseshoe shape, typical of 19th-century theatres, offering an optimal view of the stage from every point. The ceiling, finely frescoed and decorated, contributes to a refined and cosy atmosphere. The stage, fitted with modern equipment, hosts plays, concerts, operas and other cultural events, making the theatre the beating heart of Modica’s artistic life. Named after Italian national hero Giuseppe Garibaldi, the theatre represents a symbol of cultural and social identity for the local community.
