Crisis at Reus Fortuny Theater due to indefinite closure and lack of maintenance

The cultural venue suffers from serious electrical and structural deficiencies as the opposition criticizes the municipal government's management.

Generic image of a classic theater facade with closed doors.
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Generic image of a classic theater facade with closed doors.

The Fortuny Theater in Reus has been forced to abruptly suspend its activities due to serious failures in the electrical installation, fire safety systems, and structural damage to the roof.

The current situation of this iconic venue in Baix Camp has sparked significant political controversy. The closure occurred without a clear reopening schedule or a detailed investment plan for repairs. This crisis follows the Generalitat de Catalunya's departure from the management consortium in April 2013.

"The Fortuny is ours again."

Carles Pellicer · Former Mayor of Reus
Local opposition parties have denounced the municipal government's lack of transparency regarding the infrastructure's condition. Critics point to a lack of preventive maintenance investment, which reportedly led to the deterioration of the roof and safety systems of the theater.