Teatro Castro Alves
Teatro Castro Alves
4.5
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Veleiro
Dunkirk, France108 contributions
Jun 2012 • Solo
Modernist architecture from the late fifties with a tragical history of two fires.
But even if not that much into modernist architecture of the last century, this theater has a few interesting elements. From the Campo Grande Square, it looks rather modest. But if you see it from the other side, it's totally different with its intelligent use of the hilly location and introducing a giant shell shaped open air arena with over 5000 seats. Inside there are always a few exhibitions going on, perfect for escaping a few minutes the Bahian heat.
And why not pick up a performance? Culture is nearly the only thing in Brazil that's cheaply priced. 20 Rs for a normal performance. And if you are lucky, or clever, you can get free entrances. Try during daytime the little office in front of the theater and ask if there are free tickets available for the same evening. If yes, you can use these vouchers to obtain your real ticket through the bilheteria at the left side of the TCA. But the ticket shop only opens from noon on!
But even if not that much into modernist architecture of the last century, this theater has a few interesting elements. From the Campo Grande Square, it looks rather modest. But if you see it from the other side, it's totally different with its intelligent use of the hilly location and introducing a giant shell shaped open air arena with over 5000 seats. Inside there are always a few exhibitions going on, perfect for escaping a few minutes the Bahian heat.
And why not pick up a performance? Culture is nearly the only thing in Brazil that's cheaply priced. 20 Rs for a normal performance. And if you are lucky, or clever, you can get free entrances. Try during daytime the little office in front of the theater and ask if there are free tickets available for the same evening. If yes, you can use these vouchers to obtain your real ticket through the bilheteria at the left side of the TCA. But the ticket shop only opens from noon on!
Written 12 December 2012
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Lyn49006
Kalamazoo, MI155 contributions
Nov 2014 • Friends
We were privileged to listen and watch the symphony practice then had a tour of the facility. It was a very modern auditorium and they were rebuilding the outdoor amphitheater as well as other areas. It was interesting to see this facility this way.
Written 29 December 2014
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Eliane M
Niteroi, RJ322 contributions
Sept 2014 • Business
Built in 1957 and with inauguration to July 14th 1958, 5 days before the inauguration there was a major fire that damaged almost all the theatre. Reconstruction began with slow steps and after 9 years closed the reopening was in March 4th 1967. After numerous successful concerts, closed again in 1989 to refurbishing reopening only in 1993.
The Castro Alves Theater complex, located in the central city of Salvador,near Campo Grande Square, has in its main hall 1,554 seats, one of the largest and best equipped theaters in the Americas, as well as a small theater - the choir room with 197 seats, an acoustic shell for the great spectacles, which includes more than 5,000 spectators, large Foyer, Center for Memory, rehearsal rooms, Hanging Garden, Clearance and Technical Center, which gives support for their productions and other performing arts of the state in terms of creation and construction of sets, costumes and props.
The Castro Alves Theater complex, located in the central city of Salvador,near Campo Grande Square, has in its main hall 1,554 seats, one of the largest and best equipped theaters in the Americas, as well as a small theater - the choir room with 197 seats, an acoustic shell for the great spectacles, which includes more than 5,000 spectators, large Foyer, Center for Memory, rehearsal rooms, Hanging Garden, Clearance and Technical Center, which gives support for their productions and other performing arts of the state in terms of creation and construction of sets, costumes and props.
Written 5 September 2014
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bizisyl
Buenos Aires, Argentina58 contributions
Oct 2013 • Couples
This theatre has definitely seen better days but it is worth checking what shows are on as you might get the chance of seeing some wonderful local music performers.
Written 23 February 2014
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LuizDutraNeto
Rio de Janeiro, RJ8,570 contributions
Jun 2019
This is really a true sacred temple of the Brazilian theater! Besides being one of the most modern Brazilian theaters, there is a fantastic history behind its curtains. On July 9, 1958, a week before its official inauguration - foreseen for July 14, 1958, a big fire destroyed almost completely the new theater. Its reconstruction took 9 years and only on March 4, 1967 it was finally inaugurated. From then onwards, "Teatro Castro Alves" has staged the most important spectacles in the Brazilian theater, as well as performances by world acclaimed singers, orchestras and other musical groups. Check its programme, visit the theater complex and enjoy an always great performance! Enjoy!
Written 18 August 2019
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Sany Dutra
Madrid, Spain249 contributions
Dec 2015 • Friends
I went there with my friends for a concert.Chico Cesar sang there just for 1 real or less than €0,50. The show was great.This theater is so famous and popular in Salvador.I really liked it!
Written 19 April 2016
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africanmatrix
africanmatrix487 contributions
Jul 2015 • Couples
When visiting Salvador, Bahia check out the music, theater, and dance performance options.
Excellent national and international artists.
Excellent national and international artists.
Written 30 July 2015
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Que_Caminho
Melbourne, Australia10 contributions
Aug 2014 • Solo
I saw 1 MPB performance and really enjoyed it, the acoustics in the theater were great and the seats are stacked to allow you a view of the stage wherever you are. I was practically at the second last row at the back, but still had great sound and sight of the stage.
Written 1 September 2014
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brasilboy
Salvador, BA277 contributions
Dec 2013 • Couples
The second level you need binoculars. Acoustics need revision and sound quality is below par. The only stage in town to accomadate an orchestra or ballet. So be it!
Written 12 January 2014
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Oi pessoal. estou querendo ir assistir a um show em abril no TCA, aproveitar um bom final de semana numa praia legal e perto do teatro. Alguém poderia me indicar um hotel assim mais próximo dos dois, teatro e praia?
Obrigada.
Written 17 November 2022
MNSimoes
Salvador, BA
Tem saída do estacionamento do TCA direto para a concha acústica?
Written 24 September 2022
PDPL
Irece, BA
Minha filha é apaixonada por um Youtuber q se apresentará na Concha, comprei ingressos no Camarote, mas ao ver fotos achei tão distante do palco.... Vale a pena eu fazer a troca para ficar mais perto? Existe numeração na arquibancada ou é dos que chegam antes?
Outra coisa: no camarote a quantidade de pessoas é confortável?
Written 11 March 2019
A Concha Acústica do Teatro Castro Alves é uma semiarena ao ar livre, que comporta mais de 5.000 pessoas, sem lugares marcados e sem regramento sobre manter-se em pé ou sentado. Por suas características, o público tem liberdade para se locomover durante os espetáculos e escolher como assisti-los. Os eventos neste local são marcados por esta espontaneidade da reação das plateias, diferentemente da Sala Principal, onde há a normativa de permanecer sentado durante as apresentações.
Atenciosamente,
Written 11 March 2019
Olá Alexandre M, boa tarde!
O Teatro Castro Alves permite a entrada trajando bermuda.
Written 28 January 2019
O estacionamento do teatro fica naquela ladeira que tem a entrada da Concha?
Written 4 August 2018
Olá Dernoela, existem vários hoteis e pousadas próximo ao Teatro Castro Alves. Como Wish Hotel da Bahia, Hotel Campo Grande, Hotel Vila Velha, Hotel Bahia do Sol e muitos outros. Espero ter ajudado.
Written 26 July 2018
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