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The National Theatre in Lagos, Nigeria, is a major cultural landmark, opened in 1976.
Location: Iganmu, Lagos.
Capacity: 5,000 seats in the main auditorium.
Architecture: Circular design, resembling an African hut.
Facilities: Main hall, drama theatre, concert hall, exhibition galleries.
Role: Central venue for cultural events like theatre, music, dance, and film.
Significance: Symbol of Nigerian arts and culture, hosting events like NAFEST and the Lagos International Film Festival.
It’s the largest theatre in the whole of Africa and was completed in 1976 for the Festac 77 ( the second world black and Africa festival of arts and culture) in 1977
It’s Africa’s most iconic landmarks that promotes Africa arts and culture.