AHA universo designs JOYÀ 600-seat theatre for vidanta resorts in mexico

AHA universo designs JOYÀ 600-seat theatre for vidanta resorts in mexico
all images courtesy of AHA universo

on the horizon, at the end of a long pathway, is the ‘JOYÀ’ theatre, created by mexican architecture firm AHA universo for vidanta resorts. the flower-like form overflows into the surrounding landscape, penetrating deeply into the lush jungle environment just south of cancún in the yucatán peninsula.

front façade 

made to accommodate 600 guests, the ‘JOYÀ’ theatre was created in collaboration with cirque du soleil, and provides an immersive viewing experience that’s made sweeter thanks a 3-course meal that mirrors the acts on stage. the ‘JOYÀ’ theatre is located at the vidanta riviera maya resort location. 

aerial view 

interior 

show seating 

stage 

cirque du soleil set 

exterior, looking over pond 

inspiration 

elevation and sections 

first floor plan 

site plan 

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edited by: nick brink | designboom