Muhsin Ertuğrul Stage () is a theatre venue in

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. It is owned by Mamak Municipality and operated by the Turkish State Theatres. It is named in honour of the Turkish stage actor and director Muhsin Ertuğrul (1892–1979). The theatre is situated inside the Mamak Cultural Center () on Talatpaşa Boulevard 167 at Dikimevi,

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. The interior was renovated and the technical infrastructure was modernized by preserving the theatre's historic texture. The auditorium has a total seating capacity of 288, including 50

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seats. The theatre is generally home to performances of municipal actors, choirs and folk dance groups. It hosts also activities of local foundations, associations and schools. It is among the official venues of Turkish State Theatres.

Some notable past productions

* ''Sevgili Doktor'' ('' The Good Doctor'') by

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Theatres in Ankara Mamak, Ankara Turkish State Theatres {{turkey-theat-struct-stub

Some notable past productions

See also

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