The performing arts encompass all disciplines that are performed on a stage. However, the most important ones are theatre, music, and dance. Parades, religious processions and holiday celebrations all have a distinct scenic quality. This is why stage space is important for not only the presentation of these disciplines, but also for carrying out an entire bodily and spatial process that’s supported by architecture.
Architecture for the performing arts includes theatres, cinemas and amphitheatres. These spaces are also known as auditoriums. Their purpose is to create a comfortable, functional space that is both for performers and for large numbers of spectators. The design of a theatre, cinema, amphitheatre, cultural centre or auditorium must take into account many aspects such as isoptics, spatial distribution and acoustics. We have put together a list with 15 buildings that can be used to help you understand the relationship between architecture, the performing arts, and design. For the full list, please read on.
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
