Main Room

Space that has witnessed thousands of shows over 84 years. Relevant Mexican artists and artists from around the world have visited the Palacio de Bellas Artes performance hall, the most important in the country, and recognized worldwide. Among all the elements of cultural value that you find in the Palace, something that cannot go unnoticed is its Main Room. In it, you will find its large glass curtain, which contains about a million pieces of opalescent glass, 2cm each; The reason for its decoration is the legendary volcanoes that frame the Valley of Mexico: Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl. The landscape is the same that could be admired from the windows of the National Palace at the beginning of the 20th century. Based on the original idea of ​​the architect Adamo Boari, the Hungarian artist Géza Maróti carried out the first project for its development in 1908. However, Harry Stoner, set designer and painter, was the one who brought it to life. The main reason for its construction was to create a protective curtain against fires, which was one of the great concerns of that time. The glass curtain was ordered to be made by Boari at the Louis C. Tiffany House in New York, where it was exhibited before being sent by ship to Mexico City. Another of the majestic decorative works found inside the Room is located on its ceiling. If you look up, you will be able to see a transparent ceiling at the top. The theme of the composition that adorns it is Olympus. He sees Apollo, surrounded by the nine muses. This stained glass window was created by the artist Géza Maróti. In the Hall, you can enjoy opera, dance, symphonic music, recitals, tributes, and more. Its capacity is 1,396 people, distributed in boxes, lunettes and galleries.