Designed by Pietro Ginelli, the neoclassical Teatro delle Muse F. Corelli, the largest in Le Marche and the 13th largest in Italy, was inaugurated in 1827. Two operas by Gioacchino Rossini were performed at its opening: Aureliano in Palmira and Riccardo and Zoraida. Located in the heart of the city, the theatre offers a diverse programme, from opera and ballet to symphonic music, concerts, plays and a jazz festival. Over 360 operas were performed since its opening, until 1943, when the roof of the theatre was damaged by bombing and performances had to be suspended.→