This architectural jewel of the “Ciudad Morena” (Brunette City) has established itself as the main art center of this beautiful city.

History says that in 1890 a contest was promoted to design a theater for Santa Ana. Engineer Domingo Call won the contest.

Construction work started in 1902 by initiative of the Board of Public Works of Santa Ana, who looked after the prosperity and beautification of the city.The architects involved were Francisco Durini and Christopher Molinari who relied on the art of Italian Arcangelli Luis, and Antonio Aronne Guglieano Rovescalli, among others.

In 1910 construction was completed and inaugurated in February, thanks to the wealth produced by coffee exports in those years.

The architecture of the theater is referred as proscenium, which is characterized by having an arc that separates the stage and audience. The theater is also eclectic since it combines Romanesque, Renaissance and Greco-Roman styles.

At the dome you may appreciate beautiful paintings and portraits of artists such as Rossini, Gounod, Wagner, Bellini, Verdi and Beethoven creation of the Italian artist Arcangelli.

The areas that make up the theater are: the Lobby, the Foyer, the Grand Hall, Stage, the boxes and the Spanish Terrace.

Throughout its rooms you will see the architectural details carved in mahogany wood, ornaments made of plaster, paintings and outstanding rsculptures brought from Pisa, Italy.

This luxurious building was equipped with furniture, marble, mirrors and lamps brought from England, Belgium and Italy.

During your visit to Santa Ana do not miss this great architectural jewel.

How to get there:

Address: 1st West St and North Independence Ave, Downtown Santa Ana.

If driving by car from San Salvador, take the Panamerican Highway towards Santa Ana (which is signposted along the road). Entering Santa Ana use Independence Avenue and driver towards downtown (north).

Santa Ana Theatre is located in front of Libertad Park and next to the Cathedral.

Bus Route:

From San Salvador to Santa Ana take Route 201 (we suggest taking the “special” for just a few cents more) at West Terminal. Ticket cost from US$ 0.85 to US$ 1.35

More:

Open to the public:

Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 pm

Phone: (503) 2441-2193

Fees:

Salvadoran and Central American:  US $ 2.00

Foreign visitors: US$ 3.00

Students with ID: US$ 1.00

Website: http://www.cultura.gob.sv/temas/teatros/teatro-de-santa-ana.html

Satellite Location

Elevation 2223 feet

N 13 ° 59,697 ‘

W 89 ° 33,403 ‘

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