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Palma's House of a Thousand Lives: Bingo Balear between Nostalgia and the Building Permit
The Long History of Palma’s Bingo Balear Building
Palma’s Bingo Balear began as the Teatro Balear in 1909 and later hosted films, performances and bingo.
Published: April 22, 2026
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What was the Bingo Balear in Palma before it became a bingo hall?
The building originally opened as the Teatro Balear in 1909 and was designed by the architect Manuel Raspall. Over time it also hosted film screenings, stage performances and other public events before later being converted into a bingo venue.
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What is happening with the former Bingo Balear in Palma?
It has been bought and is being considered for a café-theatre use.
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Can the Bingo Balear building in Palma be saved without losing its history?
It can be preserved, but only with careful planning.
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Why does the former Bingo Balear need so much work before it can reopen?
Because the old building needs modern safety and technical systems.
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What kind of venue could the former Bingo Balear become in Palma?
It could become a café-theatre, cinema or restaurant space.
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Is the former Bingo Balear in Palma likely to become a tourist venue?
There is concern it could become too tourist-oriented.
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What makes the Bingo Balear building on Plaça Mercat Olivar so special?
It combines a long cultural history with many original features.
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What is still missing before the former Bingo Balear can become a working cultural space?
It still needs a clear plan for use, funding and management.
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