Paintings, gold decorations, crystal chandeliers and the many small boxes, each with its own entrance, make attending a performance here a unique experience. A place where the Perugini meet and socialise before the beginning of the show.

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The history of the theatre has always been closely linked to the city's bourgeoisie. At the end of the eighteenth century, ninety families came together and decided to build their own prestigious theatre. Alessio Lorenzini, a Perugian architect, was entrusted with the project, and famous artists such as Baldassarre Orsini, Carlo Spiridione Mariotti and Giovanni Cappelli contributed to the artistic design. A horseshoe-shape with multiple levels and boxes was chosen, a design that originated in Naples and was found in other important Italian theatres of the period.

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The new theatre in Perugia was inaugurated in 1781. Since then, the building has undergone several more restorations and extensions. Most of the paintings visible today date from the 19th century, and the current structure is the result of an extension in 1874. From that year, it was also renamed 'Teatro Morlacchi', after the Perugian musician and philosopher Francesco Morlacchi.

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In the photo below, taken by Giovanni Varchetta, you can see us in one of the boxes. What I particularly like is the view you have from there, and at the same time the privacy to have your own space with friends. ​​​​​​​​

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​7 February 2026 | Perugia | Dance

PARINI SECONDO & BIENOISE: HIT. On stage, the jumpers perform a rhythmic choreographic score in which “single-under,” “side-swing,” and “double-under” function as both athletic and musical elements. Teatro Morlacchi, Piazza Francesco Morlacchi 13, Perugia. 6pm. Tickets

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​​28 February 2026 | Perugia | Music

IGOR LEVIT - PIANO RECITAL. Levit has appeared in major concert halls and music festivals around the world. During his studies, he won prizes in several international competitions. Music by Beethoven, Schumann, Chopin. Teatro Morlacchi, Piazza Francesco Morlacchi 13, Perugia. 5.30pm. Tickets

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6 March 2026 | Perugia | Dance

PHILIPPE KRATZ: THE RED SHOES. The Red Shoes by award-winning German choreographer Philippe Kratz – Artistic Director of the Nuovo Balletto di Toscana – is based on Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale of the same name. Teatro Morlacchi, Piazza Francesco Morlacchi 13, Perugia. 8.45pm. Tickets

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20 March 2026 | Perugia | Music 

JUNGE DEUTSCHE PHILARMONIE. George Benjamin, director; Bomsori, violin. Music by R. Strauss, K. Szymanowski, Sir George Benjamin, C. Debussy. Teatro Morlacchi, Piazza Francesco Morlacchi 13, Perugia. 8.30pm. Tickets

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8 / 9 May 2026 | Perugia | Dance

RAFFAELA GIORDANO, STEFANIA TANSINI: TU NON MI PERDERAI MAI - YOU WILL NEVER LOSE ME. Giordano entrusts Stefania Tansini with reinterpreting one of her most mysterious and elusive solos. Teatro Morlacchi, Piazza Francesco Morlacchi 13, Perugia. 8.45pm. Tickets​