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Maria Filotti Theatre
The Maria Filotti Theatre in Brăila is one of Romania's most prestigious architectural monuments and a cornerstone of cultural life in the Danube port city. Completed in 1896, the building was designed in an eclectic style with strong neoclassical influences by the architect Nicogos Tataru. Originally known as the 'Rally Theatre', it was built to host theatrical performances, concerts, and grand balls for the city's wealthy merchant class. Since 1969, it has been named after the legendary Romanian actress Maria Filotti, who performed extensively on its stage. The interior is lavishly decorated with gilded ornaments, red velvet upholstery, and crystal chandeliers, boasting some of the best acoustics in the country. Following an extensive restoration between 1980 and 1988, the building was returned to its original nineteenth-century splendor. Today, it remains an active cultural institution, home to a professional theatre company and the host of the world-renowned 'Hariclea Darclée' International Voice Competition.
- Location: Brăila, Romania
- Top sights: Teatrul ,,Maria Filotti" Braila · Museum of Brăila · Fântână arteziană în stil baroc
- Nearby: Măcin (12 km)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is May, Jun, Sep.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -2 | 0 | 6 | 11 | 18 | 23 | 25 | 25 | 19 | 12 | 6 | 0 |
| Rain mm | 38 | 29 | 34 | 38 | 47 | 65 | 53 | 34 | 39 | 50 | 39 | 43 |
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- The theatre was officially inaugurated in 1896 as the Rally Theatre.
- It was renamed in 1969 to honor the Romanian actress Maria Filotti.
- Architect Nicogos Tataru designed the building in the eclectic style.
- The theatre underwent a major restoration from 1980 to 1988.
- It serves as the venue for the Hariclea Darclée International Voice Competition.
- The interior features authentic 19th-century ornaments and crystal chandeliers.
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Sights in the town Maria Filotti Theatre (10)
Museum of Brăila🏛 museum
City museum with collections on the history, archaeology, and art of the Brăila region.
Biserica ,,Sfintii Arhangheli Mihail si Gavriil"
Orologiu
Heritage site in Brăila County, Romania. Historic clock as an architectural feature.
Museum of Braila. Ethnography and Folk Art Department🏛 museum
Ethnography section of the Brăila Museum, displaying traditional costumes, pottery, and folk art.
Casa Memoriala ,,Ana Aslan"🏛 museum
Memorial house of scientist Ana Aslan, with an exhibition on her life and work.
Biserica Greaca ,,Buna Vestire"
Greek Orthodox church in Brăila, dedicated to the Annunciation. Testimony to the Greek community.
Biserica ,,Sfintii Apostoli Petru si Pavel"
Orthodox church dedicated to Saints Peter and Paul. A place of worship in Brăila.
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