Alhamra Open Air Theater, Lahore.

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Alhamra open air theater was constructed in 1993 and the shape of plan is round as that of Colosseum and designed by the architect NAYYER ALIDADA. it is a public building and use as theater. The similar function as that of Colosseum in the history.

Alhamra open air theatre The arena of open air theater was to accommodate an audience of 4,500,seating all around the stage provides close range visibility for the maximum number of viewers. The arena concept of this building is a direct reference to what the architect perceived as old Greek and Roman theatres. The project provides the largest gallery space for performing arts in Lahore due to the flexibility of designed space. It has catered for the following multiple uses,large musical concerts, plays, puppet festivals, seminars, art shows and various other activities. Space in and around the building, the architectural ambiance of the place has inspired artists a great deal. International troupe have invariably commended the project for its elegance and utility, both the outdoors and indoors. Equally useful income from the commercial areas helping running the expenses of the project.

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