The Summer Theatre "Don Juan"

Academy of Architecture and Arts

Project idea

The course work №3 "Space : the image and environment ". The task is to present the open are of the embankment in Rostov - on - Don taking. The location into consideration.
The idea of the project is to create a summer outdoor theatre, which resembles the surface of the Catalans.

Project description

The summer theatre is a spectacular building, designed for relaxation and for cultural events, conserts and performances. The main part of the summer theatre is a stage surrounded by an amphitheatre, it has an unusual teardrop shape. The basic construction of the object consists of Catalan Surfaces with strong massive pillars, overlapping beams which are covered with polycarbonate.
The supports are placed at diffrent angles and lengths to give the dynamist of the compasition. From the embankment on the overpass you can get directly to the amphitheatre. It can be possible to get to the overpass from two sides using four gates. Through the main entrance from Beregovaya Street we find ourselves in the foyer of the theatre.
The amphitheatre faces the Don, it gives to the audience the opportunity to enjoy the view of beautiful landscape. The theatre is equipped with the pier where motorships land. You can see walking people there on the pier.

Technical information

The object consists of durable structures, cross beams and trusses. Canopies are made of polycarbonate.