Tracing the history of Aquila Theatre in Fermo is a never-ending journey; from the first design, to its realisation, to repeated stops and constant reworkings, right through to the present day. Since it was inaugurated in 1791, the history of the building has gone hand-in-hand with that of the city in which it stands.

Since the 16th century, theatres as status symbols
It must be said that a good theatre tradition has existed in the Marche since the 16th century. This matured in quality between the late...
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Designing an entirely new theatre
The official decision to build was made on 18 February 1779 by the Council of Cernita, the municipal council of the time. As the minutes...
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26 September 1790: an official test
On 26 September 1790, a “trial-run” inauguration was held with a performance of the opera-oratorio The Death of Abel by Giuseppe Giordani, known as Giordanello....
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The fire of 1826
On the night of 23 - 24 January 1826, a fire damaged part of the theatre. Following this event, all activities were once again suspended....
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1876-1878: the great refurbishment
However, the most substantial interior refurbishment was carried out between 1876 and 1878, under the leadership of a team made up of Count Guglielmo Vinci...
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Distinguished guests
Among the most illustrious figures to have passed through the doors of this building were Giuseppe Garibaldi and Giacomo Puccini. The composer attended a performance...
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Post-war cinema
At this point it is clear how, since opening to the public, the Aquila Theatre building has undergone almost uninterrupted remodelling, minor restorations and structural...
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The theatre looking towards the future
The last comprehensive restoration work, undertaken with the great determination to finally give Fermo its theatre back, meant it did not officially reopen until 8...
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