Organisation Information

Theatre & Opera

MANOEL THEATRE

115, Old Theatre Street, Valletta, VLT 1426, Malta

Manoel Theatre

The Manoel Theatre, or Teatru Manoel as it is known in Maltese, is an architectural gem.

Commissioned and personally funded by António Manoel de Vilhena, Grand Master of the Knights of Malta, the theatre was constructed in just ten months. As stated in the Latin motto inscribed above the main entrance – “ad honestam populi oblectationem” – the theatre was built to provide the general public with ‘honest’ entertainment` Opened on the 19th January 1732 with a performance of ‘Merope’, the Manoel has had a long and colourful history.

Today it offers a full calendar, ranging from comedy to classics in both English and Maltese. The theatre runs guided tours of the auditorium, back stage and the theatre museum.

Contact Information

  • Phone: +356 21222618
  • Fax: +356 21247451

Facilities & Services

  • BarBar
  • Cafe’
  • Major Credit Cards AcceptedMajor Credit Cards Accepted
  • No SmokingNo Smoking
  • Public ToiletsPublic Toilets
  • RestaurantRestaurant
  • Shops within 1 kmShops within 1 km
  • Town/City LocationTown/City Location

General Information

  • Opening Days:
    • Monday
    • Tuesday
    • Wednesday
    • Thursday
    • Friday
    • Saturday
    • Sunday

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