Teatro Lirico Giorgio Gaber is a historic Milan theatre whose origins date back to 1779, with the original building designed by Giuseppe Piermarini, the architect of La Scala. Its distinctive horseshoe-shaped auditorium, with stalls, gallery seating and boxes, reopened in 2021 following an extensive restoration. The theatre accommodates approximately 1,400 spectators and is now equipped for drama, concerts, comedy, dance and a wide range of other stage productions.
The restored interior combines traditional theatrical character with modern functionality. Red velvet seating, oak parquet flooring, historic-style boxes and the large gilded vaulted ceiling create an elegant atmosphere, while the auditorium layout provides a close connection between the audience and the stage and an engaging acoustic experience. Marble and mirrored details decorate the foyer areas, which also include bar facilities for refreshments before performances or during intervals.
The main entrance is located at Via Larga 14, Milano, Italy, in the central part of the city. Missori on the M3 line and Sforza Policlinico on the M4 line are among the convenient stations for reaching the theatre, followed by a short walk to the entrance, while other urban transport services also stop nearby. For broader information on travelling around Milan and reaching the city centre, the transport overview further down the page provides additional context.