The cinema of Mauritius does not have long-established and continuous tradition and organization.
HERITAGE: THE PORT-LOUIS THEATER For two centuries, the Port Louis theater has been a delight for Mauritians of all ages and communities. National heritage, this beautiful historic building is unfortunately waiting for hypothetical renovations since 2008 … Located in the center of the capital Elegant building located in the historic center of the Mauritian capital, the theater of Port Louis has been silent for eight years now, waiting for renovations that still do not happen despite the repeated promises of the authorities. This architectural treasure, nearly two centuries old, deserves much better than this sad fate, having hosted plays, operas, operettas, vaudevilles and many other shows for the delight of young and old since it opened in 1822. is indeed one of the first theaters built in the southern first British governor of the island, Sir Robert Farquhar, was responsible for the birth of this superb theater. He will bring a renowned French architect, Poujade, for its realization. Strangely, in spite of British rule, French plays were played exclusively for a long time; undoubtedly a means for Britain to reassure the population of settlers of French origin. The inaugural pieces were presented by a troupe of local amateurs. It was Henri IV’s hunting party, a comedy, and House for Sale, a comic opera. The theater of Port Louis at the beginning of the 20th century. The photo is necessarily later in 1907, as evidenced by the statue of Governor Pope Hennessy erected this year. It has since been moved to La Place d’Armes and replaced by a lamppost. At the center of the Mauritian Social life
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