Reg.Nr. 87-E/15

Miguel de Cervantes Theatre, Málaga

Because of structural problems only the outer shell of the building could be kept: restoration of main facades and the roof framework of steel and timber. Cleaning and restoring of the main fresco. Providing modern theatre facilities, improving stage and pit. A new annex was ...
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Project details

Title:Miguel de Cervantes Theatre, Málaga
Entr. year: 1987
Result:Diploma
Country: Spain
Town: Málaga
Category type: architectural heritage
Notes:
Building type/ Project type: Building for cultural activities
Former use:Theatre
Actual use:Theatre
Built: 19th century
The Jury's citation: "For the outstanding restoration of a superb theatre, from the facade to the interior"
Web, Links:

www.teatrocervantes.com/

Description:
Because of structural problems only the outer shell of the building could be kept: restoration of main facades and the roof framework of steel and timber. Cleaning and restoring of the main fresco. Providing modern theatre facilities, improving stage and pit. A new annex was built, in place of the demolished La Merced Convent, to house dressing rooms and provide a courtyard access to the several levels of the building.