The Teatro Verdi has been the permanent home of the ORT - Orchestra Regionale della Toscana since 1998. With its 45 musicians, the ORT is considered one of European's finest chamber orchestras. In addition to concerts, the Teatro Verdi hosts drama, opera, dance and films. It is equipped for congresses, promotional events and receptions. STAGE: proscenium opening 18 meters; 16 meters wide; 16 meters long; orchestra pit. RIGGING LOFT: 18 meters high; 18 meters wide; 15 meters long; service elevator. ARTIST FACILITIES: stage entrance with doorman; 15 dressing rooms with bathrooms; interview room. FILM EQUIPMENT AND FACILTIES: projection booth; 18 x 10 meter screen; Dolby Stereo sound system. AUDIENCE CAPACITY: 1,538 seats: 813 orchestra seats, 120 balcony seats, 605 box seats in two tiers Two lobbies; coat check service; three bars; one bookshop; air conditioned; automated taxi call system.