The State Academic Opera and Ballet Theater of Novosibirsk is one of the main attractions of this locality. Although the musical theater of Novosibirsk is known and far beyond the city limits. The theater is considered one of the largest theaters throughout Russia. Tickets to the opera house of Novosibirsk are bought up with space speed, and it is especially noteworthy that even amateurs from neighboring countries come to enjoy the performance, because Novosibirsk was once considered one of the most beautiful Russian cities , although officially it was not on their list.
A bit of history
In 1931, the construction of a theater began, which lasted a whole decade. Around the construction was a lot of controversy, because the Soviet architects could not come to a common solution, and each time offered something new. As a result, it was not until 1940 that construction began to be completed. The opening of the theater was planned to be held in August 1941, but, as you know, this event had to be postponed. Although, it is difficult to believe in it, but the Novosibirsk themselves with their own resources using only improvised materials could finish the construction of the theater, even though there was a war. In 1944 the theater was able to hand over the commission, which recognized the premises as fit. As a result, the theater was opened on May 12, 1945, and its first production was the opera Ivan Susanin. So the actors and residents of the city celebrated the victory in the Great Patriotic War.
During the war, unique exhibits were kept on the premises of the theater, which were referred to from all over the country. Here the famous works from the Hermitage (one of the most beautiful places of Petersburg ) and the Tretyakov Gallery were waiting for terrible times.
Novosibirsk theater today
The building of the theater looks very chic, luxurious and at the same time difficult. The dome of the theater is so huge that it could easily accommodate even the Great Moscow Theater. Its total area is more than 11 km2. Even modern engineers confirm that this is a very complex and unique structure. And the technique, in which the work was done, can become a topic for many scientific reports.
According to the plans of the architects, the auditoriums of the Novosibirsk Opera House were supposed to accommodate 3,000 people. Based on this figure, the dimensions of the scene are calculated, which also amazes with its size and grandeur. Unfortunately, after restoration and other similar works, the capacity has significantly decreased and now the theater can accept only a little more than 1000 people at a time.
After modern decoration, the theater has acquired a lot of new elements that perfectly fit into the overall picture. There was a beautiful crystal chandelier, which weighs about 2 tons, and its diameter is 6 meters. Around the chandelier above the amphitheater of the large hall gathered a unique gallery that adds greatness to the institution. Between the columns of the gallery you can see unique copies of sculptures of ancient masters.
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The ceiling of the theater also deserves special attention. It is all made of cardboard and serves as an acoustic screen. Now depart from the descriptions of the appearance and talk about the amenities that are provided for modern visitors. Spectators who move around in wheelchairs can comfortably settle in a special box, which will be assisted by a large convenient elevator. In addition to places for wheelchairs, there are places for each escort. Periodically, in the walls of the theater there are guided tours, visiting which, wishing to get closer to the history of the theater, to see its interesting places, and also to plunge into the world of ballet and opera.
Also, theater management and family couples do not forget. If the performance falls on the evening time, and there is nobody to sit with your child, then during the performance you can take your child to a special game room, in which he will be under the supervision of a nurse.
Repertoire of the Novosibirsk Opera House
The repertoire of the theater is so rich, and the skill of its actors is so great that, as we have already said, not only from all over Russia come here. There are staged the most famous opera and ballet in the world. Also attention is paid to the younger generation of viewers - there are also children's productions in the schedule of the Novosibirsk Opera Theater, the list of which is periodically updated.