Buenos Aires Entertainment

Theatre entertainment in Buenos Aires

  1. A

    El Cubo

    A hip small Abasto space, it hosts gutsy theater pieces and offbeat performances such as queer musicals.

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  2. B

    Teatro Opera

    This classic theater, which boasts an art deco exterior, offers over 2400 seats and has performances that range from piano recitals to rock concerts to tango and ballet. It served many years as a movie cinema, later becoming a live theater venue.

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  3. C

    Teatro de la Ribera

    This small, colorful theater, funded by famous Argentine painter Benito Quinquela Martín, was built in 1971 and holds nearly 650 seats. Check out the upright piano in the lobby; it was painted by Martín.

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  4. D

    Teatro del Pueblo

    A smaller venue with two halls in the basement, this theater – one of the first independent theatres in Argentina – shows both classic and contemporary productions at affordable prices.

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  5. E

    Teatro Paseo la Plaza

    Located in a small and pleasant outdoor shopping mall, this complex features several theater halls that run both classic and contemporary productions, including tango, theater and comedy.

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  6. F

    Celcit

    Standing for Centro Latinoamericano de Creación e Investigación Teatral, this venue features independent Latin American productions and offers plenty of workshops and classes.

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  7. G

    Teatro Presidente Alvear

    Inaugurated in 1942 and named after an Argentine president whose wife sang opera, this theater holds over 700 and shows many musical productions, including tango.

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  8. H

    Teatro la Carbonera

    Holds about a hundred people and presents mostly experimental theater, but also dabbles in musicals along with contemporary and theatrical dance.

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  9. I

    La Scala de San Telmo

    This small San Telmo venue puts on classical and contemporary concerts featuring piano, tango, musical comedy and musical-related workshops.

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  10. J

    Actors Studio Teatro

    Offers new interpretations of old classics, along with cutting-edge productions in its 120-seat theater. Also has occasional acting classes.

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  12. K

    Teatro Avenida

    This beautiful 1906 venue highlights mostly classical music, ballet and flamenco – but its biggest strength is opera.

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  13. L

    Teatro Coliseo

    Classical arts entertain here, with occasional surprises such as Argentine-American rock star Kevin Johansen.

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  14. M

    Abasto Social Club

    A small venue with weekend performances and concerts, along with a cafe-bar. Various classes and workshops.

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  15. N

    Espacio Callejón

    A small independent venue showcasing new theater, music and dance, and offers a few classes.

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