Teatro Maestranza whole building with trees in front, name just visible

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Teatro de la Maestranza

El Centro & El Arenal


Home to Seville's Royal Symphony Orchestra, this modern theatre, inaugurated in 1991, stages a rich program of classical music concerts, opera and ballet by top Spanish and international performers. Check the website for upcoming dates.


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