Teatrino Comunale di Portofino

Portofino's Teatrino Comunale is a small municipal theatre created in the 1970s with the backing of director Giorgio Strehler.

Why it matters

The municipal theatre has hosted cultural activities including exhibitions, conferences and workshops. It was established in the 1970s on the initiative of Giorgio Strehler, who supported bringing theatre to the fishing village. The municipality lists it among Portofino's heritage places alongside the castle and parish churches.

What to notice

The theatre is modest in scale and serves as a venue for performances and exhibitions. The Concorso Lirico Internazionale di Portofino, founded in 2015, brings young singers to the stage; its eleventh edition included ninety-two participants. Restoration work was carried out ahead of that edition. The room has also hosted civic assemblies and community events.

Context and history

The Teatrino's documented life began in the 1970s through Strehler's initiative. The venue has hosted public theatre evenings in collaboration with the Comune di Portofino and local cultural associations. Restoration work coincided with the eleventh edition of the lirico competition in 2025.