A renewed vision
The new Escénic theater is taking shape and the details for its construction are being defined. The government team has informed the opposition and the board of the Associació Defensora Sollerense that the space will be dedicated exclusively to theatrical and musical uses, in contradiction to what was initially announced. This change of plans seeks to provide a specialized and quality space for the performing arts and music.
An enlarged stage box
The recently submitted sketch shows an expansion of the stage box to accommodate a wide variety of shows. In addition, the space for dressing rooms and services has been taken into account, a proposal that was not contemplated in the previous project. The seating area will have fixed chairs and a suitable slope for better visibility of the stage. The general structure of the theater will largely remain, with some modifications for better functionality.
The road to construction
The Councilor for Heritage, Juan A. Lorente, has explained that based on this sketch, they will proceed to tender for the development of the preliminary project and to seek the necessary funding for the reconstruction of the theater. The total cost of the rehabilitation has not yet been confirmed, but efforts are underway to obtain the necessary resources for this important task.
The scaffolding and concerns of the opposition
As for the scaffolding that holds up the facade along Carrer Reial, a company has been hired to dismantle them and open the street. Later, other scaffolding will be placed inside the facade to ensure safety and continue with the recovery work of the cultural space. The opposition has criticized the decisions taken so far by the government without consulting or seeking consensus. They also express concern about the financing of the project and ask for transparency in this aspect.
The importance of citizen participation
The opposition parties emphasize the importance of a participatory process for the definition of the new Escénic theatre. Joan Carles Simó, Councilor of Més, insists on the need to consult professionals in the sector and ensure that the space is not simply another, but has a unique and differentiated proposal. Jaume Mateu, spokesman for the PSOE, regrets the reduction in capacity to give more space to the stage box and asks for a clear calendar for the restoration.
conclusion
The new Escènic theater will be a space dedicated exclusively to the performing and musical arts, with an enlarged and improved stage box. The government is working to obtain the necessary funding for the complete rehabilitation of the theater. The opposition calls for more public participation and transparency in the process. With this new vision and with the hope of recovering an emblematic cultural space, the Teatre Escènic promises to be a place of reference for art and culture in Sóller.
