Designed by Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer, the roof of this venue forms a sinuous wave melding seamlessly into the mountainside.
This performing arts center opened in 2010, an example of the Niemeyer's trademark architectural approach, incorporating futuristic fluid curves that fit harmoniously into the existing landscape.
The auditorium isn't large, seating only 400, however the tall, rounded window panes bring in the scenic feel, and the curved ceiling organically envelops the tiered seating and main floor/stage. Aside from music concerts, they host theater productions, conferences and on weekends movies for the local community.
The rectangular cement terrace adjacent to the auditorium boasts stupendous views of the coastline below and mountains to the east. On a sunny April weekday in the late afternoon, this was a well-spent 10 minutes appreciating the breathtaking view paired with the modern architecture of auditorium. read more