The Teatro alla Scala was built in 1776 after the Regio Teatro Ducale (built
in 1589) was destroyed by a blazing fire. The severe, neo-classic building
which Giuseppe Piermarini has constructed on the site of the demolished
church of Santa Maria alla Scala (built in 1381 by Regina della Scala), was
completed, with great skill, in less than two years. The building, in fact,
is deemed to be one of the most perfect theatres in the entire world. Total
capacity - 2200 persons. |
 |
