For my Major project for Art portfolio, I will design a huge theatre and its name going to be Ledra Theatre which will be in Nicosia. In Cyprus, Ledra word is very famous, there is a well known called Ledra Street. So Ledra was an ancient city-kingdom located in the centre of Cyprus where the capital city of Nicosia is today and its established in 1050 BC, that was located in the centre of the island where the capital city is today.
My theatre will be near to border, for that reason tourist from the other side can come and visit the beautiful Ledra Theatre. Also the theatre is 12 minutes far from well known touristic area in Nicosia. So tourists can come and watch some shows after sightseeing the old town.
The old city centre, surrounded by Venetian Walls dating from 1567, is full of art, culture and architecture, with museums, galleries, shops, bars and restaurants nestled in narrow alleys. The city’s historic past unfolds into a unique labyrinth of old churches and medieval buildings.
One of Nicosia’s most popular areas is Ledra Street. This cobbled area is a high street full of tradition with shops, local cafés and bars. Most of the buildings here still carry their 18th century charm. Parallel to the bustling Ledra Street, runs Onasagorou Street, offering a more authentic experience of the city. You’ll find numerous old ladies selling their embroidery here. At Ermou Street, you’ll walk over Nicosia’s old river and it used to be a river during Venetian rule. You’ll find numerous craftsmen here, working in small work spaces. While here, visit the Centre of Visual Arts & Research, a platform to explore the cultural heritage of Cyprus through art, books and photographs.
Also in Nicosia, end of the Ledra Street there is a huge square called; Eleftheria square and this square's architect and designer is Zaha Hadid.
So lot of tourists are coming for Nicosia to see these beautiful buildings. The population North Cyprus is like 326.000 in 2017, in North Nicosia, the population can pass 80,000. So there are not too much Cypriots in Nicosia that's why I am going to do 720 seats in my Ledra Theatre.
My next task is posting floorplan of the Ledra theatre and 3d digital version on my blogger, I will update them in recent dates as my deadline is near.
References:
Old town - what to do (2021) Visit Nicosia. Available at: https://www.visitnicosia.com.cy/old-town-what-to-do/ (Accessed: 30 May 2023).
(No date) Nicosia/ LEFKOSİA. Available at: http://www.prio-cyprus-displacement.net/default_print.asp?id=336 (Accessed: 30 May 2023).
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