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Theater · Salto, Salto
Teatro Larrañaga
Theatre from 1882 in downtown Salto, designed by the English engineer Roberto Wilkinson and declared a National Historic Monument, with galleries without columns and a large crystal chandelier.
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About Teatro Larrañaga
Teatro Larrañaga is Salto's main stage. It was built with funds raised by the townspeople themselves, who in less than a week sold shares to finance the work. The plans were by the English engineer Roberto Wilkinson, of the Noroeste railway, and the inauguration took place in October 1882.
The name honors Father Dámaso Antonio Larrañaga, a figure in education in Uruguay. Italian opera and comedy companies performed on its stage as early as the 19th century. The galleries were built without supporting columns, a technical detail that local tradition still recalls today.
In 1947 the building was renovated: it received a new façade, an enlarged auditorium and a chandelier with about 20,000 crystals. In 1953 it passed to the Intendencia de Salto. In 1988 it was declared a National Historic Monument. The hall has a capacity of about 850 people.
Next to the entrance, the Pasaje Wilkinson leads to a romantic late‑19th‑century garden at the back of the theatre. The building also houses a small museum dedicated to the history of the house.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
Half an hour to see the façade and the interior, or the duration of a performance.
Best time
The best way to see the hall is to attend a performance: the programme includes concerts, ballet and theater throughout the year. On special dates, such as Heritage Day in early October, there are guided tours.
How to get there
It is located at calle Joaquín Suárez 39, in downtown Salto, about 800 meters west of Plaza Artigas. You can walk there from the center.
Tip
Check the Intendencia de Salto's cultural programme before your trip: a concert or ballet is the chance to see the chandelier lit and the auditorium full. For visits outside performance times, confirm before you go.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Teatro Larrañaga
When does the Teatro Larrañaga date from?
It was inaugurated in October 1882 and has been a National Historic Monument since 1988.
Can you visit the inside of the Teatro Larrañaga?
Yes, especially by attending a performance. On dates like the Día del Patrimonio there are guided visits. Check before going.
How many people does the theatre hold?
The auditorium has capacity for about 850 spectators.
Where is the Teatro Larrañaga located?
At Joaquín Suárez 39, in downtown Salto, a few blocks from Plaza Artigas.