Structure for the Performing Arts: 15 Venues in Mexico

Broadly speaking, the performing arts are all those disciplines that take place on a stage, although the main ones are dance, theatre and music. However, parades, religious processions, holiday celebrations and carnivals also have a clear scenic quality. That is why the stage space is so important not only for the presentations of these disciplines but also for carrying out a whole bodily and spatial process that is supported by the architecture.

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Within what is considered architecture for the performing arts, we can find theatres, cinemas, amphitheatres, cultural centres and auditoriums, whose purpose is to provide a comfortable and functional space for the people on stage but also for a large number of spectators. There are several aspects to consider in the design such as acoustics, isoptics and the correct spatial distribution. This is why we have compiled a list of 15 buildings with different examples that will help you better understand the relationship between architecture and the performing arts. Read on for the complete list.

Frontón México / Moyao Architects

Anahuac Mexicanesque Cultural Centre / Grinberg + Topelson Architects + Broissin

Palace for Mexican Music / Alejandro Medina Arquitectura + Reyes Ríos + Larraín arquitectos + Muñoz arquitectos + Quesnel arquitectos

Foro Boca / Rojkind Arquitectos

Teopanzolco Cultural Center / Isaac Broid + PRODUCTORA

La Teatrería / BBL Architects

Plaza Mariana / FR-EE / Fernando Romero Enterprise

Blackberry Auditorium / Estudio Atemporal

Cervantes Theater / Ensamble Studio

Rehabilitation of “La Concha Acústica” of Agua Azul Park / S2 Architecture

Cineteca Nacional Siglo XXI / Rojkind Arquitectos

CCD Digital Culture Centre / at103

El Plaza Condesa / Muñohierro + Esrawe Studio