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Ópera de Arame
A theater with a tubular frame and a transparent roof built over a lake, inside a former quarry. The setting of forest and water around it makes the building an attraction in itself.
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About Ópera de Arame
The Ópera de Arame is a theater made of steel tubes, wire mesh and transparent polycarbonate panels. It is in the Parque das Pedreiras, in the Abranches neighborhood, in a disused quarry. The building was designed by architect Domingos Bongestabs and opened in 1992, after being assembled in about 75 days.
The round theater sits in the middle of a lake and is reached by a walkway over the water. Around it are the rock wall left by the old quarrying and native forest, with araucaria pines and other local trees. The transparent roof and walls keep the vegetation, the water and the sky in view from inside.
Many people go just to see the building, cross the walkway and photograph the lake and the rock wall. The venue also hosts concerts and shows; the schedule is published by the park administration.
Next door is the Pedreira Paulo Leminski, an open-air venue for big concerts, and the same park has the Memorial Jaime Lerner, which honors former mayor Jaime Lerner. The visit is short and fits well into a route with the city's other parks.
Before you go
Practical information
How much time to set aside
An hour lets you cross the walkway, see the inside of the theater and walk around the lake.
Best time
On sunny days, late in the morning or early in the afternoon, when the light streams through the transparent roof and the green of the forest is reflected in the lake. On show days it is much busier.
How to get there
It is on Rua João Gava, in the Abranches neighborhood, in northern Curitiba, outside downtown. The Linha Turismo, a tourist bus that leaves from Praça Tiradentes, stops at the Ópera de Arame. By car, the park has parking.
Tip
The theater is closed on Mondays. Since it also hosts concerts and events, check the schedule before you go and confirm visiting hours.
Official website
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Ópera de Arame in pictures
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Ópera de Arame
Is there an entrance fee at the Ópera de Arame?
Yes, there is a fee to visit the Ópera de Arame. Prices are provided by the Parque das Pedreiras administration.
Is the Ópera de Arame open on Mondays?
No. It is open to visitors Tuesday to Sunday. Check the hours on the official website.
How long does a visit to the Ópera de Arame take?
About an hour to cross the walkway, see the inside of the theater and walk around the lake.
Is the Ópera de Arame next to the Pedreira Paulo Leminski?
Yes. Both are in the Parque das Pedreiras, in the Abranches neighborhood, side by side.
How do I get to the Ópera de Arame without a car?
The Linha Turismo, which leaves from Praça Tiradentes, stops at the Ópera de Arame.