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Rossi Open Theater

About

Teatro Rossi Aperto, known today as the Rossi Open Theater, is one of Pisa’s most evocative cultural landmarks. Opened in 1771, it was the city’s first truly “modern” public theatre, designed to meet new artistic and social expectations of the late 18th century. After a long period of splendour, the theatre shifted from opera to operettas, variety shows and even boxing matches, before becoming a cinema in the 20th centuryComune di Pisa - Turismo. Eventually abandoned and left in disrepair, the building was revived when a group of students and artists occupied it, bringing it back to life through performances, concerts, readings and community events. Despite its worn appearance, the theatre retains remarkable acoustics and a unique atmosphere, making it a beloved space for experimental and independent culture in PisaWanderlog. Today, Teatro Rossi Aperto stands as a symbol of civic creativity and cultural resilience.

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Location

Rossi Open Theater (Teatro Rossi Aperto) is located at Via del Collegio Ricci 1, nestled in Pisa's historic center near Piazza dei Cavalieri on the northern side of the Arno River, Tuscany, Italy. This restored 18th-century theater stands amid the university district, just steps from Palazzo della Carovana and the Church of Santo Stefano dei Cavalieri. Nearby attractions include the medieval arcades of Borgo Stretto with shops and cafés, Lungarno Galilei promenade, Piazza Carrara, and a pleasant walk to Ponte di Mezzo and Palazzo Blu across the river.

Rossi Open Theater

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