Over the centuries, the theater has expanded and taken over other buildings. The neighboring Casa Bonici has been incorporated into the complex, adding a white marble staircase to the theater foyer and providing a pretty courtyard bar. The theater plays a major part in the Maltese arts scene. The repertoire includes opera, ballet, classical concerts, and jazz and rock concerts as well as the occasional Maltese folk concert. Visitors can come attend concerts or take a self-guided tour of the theater (outside of show times), free for Malta Pass holders.
*The Manoel Theatre is a must-visit for fans of architecture and the performing arts. *Photography is allowed during self-guided theatre visits. *Only the ground floor is wheelchair-accessible.
The Manoel Theatre is located in pedestrianized Valletta, two blocks from St George's Square and four blocks from the Sliema ferry terminal. It’s about a 10-minute walk from the bus terminus. For those coming by car, there is designated parking area just outside the City Gate.
Every Wednesday there is a free classical concert in one of the recital rooms and the theater offers year-round program of festivals and performances, with everything from orchestral concerts to comedy shows. Visitors can also take a self-guided tour.