Here at Corso Massimo D’Azeglio 17 stands the Fondazione Teatro Nuovo Torino. This is more than just a theatre. It’s a foundation, a school and a hub for the performing arts.
The Fondazione Teatro Nuovo Torino has a rich history. Its story began in 1938. It was then known as the Teatro della Moda. War caused destruction. It was rebuilt and reopened in 1950. It received its current name at that time. The Fondazione Teatro Nuovo itself was established in 1987. It was founded by artists and cultural workers.
The Fondazione Teatro Nuovo’s mission is to support dance. It aims to promote choreography and theatre among young people. It focuses on education. It offers dance and theatre courses. Professional courses in choreography are also available. Since 2000 the Liceo Teatro Nuovo has been located here as a private school.
But there is more. The Fondazione Teatro Nuovo Torino produces shows. It manages competitions. It hosts international dance and integrated arts festivals. Gian Mesturino has been the Artistic Director since 1987. The foundation has become a comprehensive center for dance under his leadership.
The Fondazione Teatro Nuovo Torino plays a significant role. It operates nationally and internationally. It connects many national organizations. It promotes the Rete Danza Piemonte. This network unites about thirty private dance schools.
The Regione Piemonte legally recognizes the Fondazione Teatro Nuovo Torino. Its founding members include prominent figures in dance. Public and private institutions are involved. The City of Turin has granted the use of the Teatro Nuovo for twenty-five years. Support from MIBACT MIUR Regione Piemonte banking foundations and private sponsors is constant. This support guarantees the institution’s commitment to art and entertainment.
The Teatro Nuovo building spans approximately 8000 square meters. It has undergone significant restructuring since 1998. The complex is divided into distinct areas for school and performance activities. The ground floor lobby includes reception services. There is a ticket office and a cafeteria. You will also find exhibition halls and a theatrical store. Access to the three theatre halls is from here. The Sala Grande seats 900. Sala Valentino 1 and Sala Valentino 2 provide space for 600 more.
The first and second floors are dedicated to educational activities. These floors can be accessed and managed independently. They house traditional classrooms and studio-gyms. These spaces are equipped with stages mirrors bars pianos music systems and video recording equipment. Dressing rooms and a medical room are provided. These facilities serve the Germana Erba Coreutico e Teatrale High School and post-diploma professional courses.
Since 1988 MIBACT has subsidized Fondazione Teatro Nuovo. It is recognized as a promotion agency. It is now a programming organization. The foundation organizes a dance and musical theatre season. It is called Il gesto e l’anima.
The Fondazione Teatro Nuovo has organized many national and international initiatives. These include Agon Rassegna nazionale Scuole di danza Vignaledanza Abanodanza Italiadanza and Torinodanza al Castello del Valentino. There are also Ferie d’Augusto a Bene Vagienna Agon Sicilia a Caltagirone and various theatre and dance competitions. One of them is the Premio Germana Erba Giovane è la danza for young talents.
Besides its own institutional activities the Fondazione Teatro Nuovo makes its facilities available to the city. It supports countless cultural and social initiatives both public and private. The foundation’s activities involve about 70 people. This includes teachers technicians and employees.
The Fondazione Teatro Nuovo Torino is more than just a building. It is a vibrant center for dance theatre and education. It shapes the future of performing arts in Italy and beyond. As you stand here consider the passion the dedication and the artistry that fill this place. The Fondazione Teatro Nuovo Torino invites you to experience the magic of theatre and the beauty of dance.