- Address: Al Kharjiyah St, Muscat 103, Oman
- Tel .: +968 24 403300
- Website: rohmuscat.org.om
- Opening date: October 11, 2011
The Royal Muscat Opera House in Oman is another miracle of the East. This symbol of the Renaissance of the reign of Sultan Qaboos bin Said was created for the cultural enrichment of the country.
The opening of the theater in Muscat
The Royal Muscat Opera House in Oman is another miracle of the East. This symbol of the Renaissance of the reign of Sultan Qaboos bin Said was created for the cultural enrichment of the country.
The opening of the theater in Muscat
The grand opening of the opera house was held on October 11, 2011. At that time it was the only one on the Arabian Peninsula. Oman ruler is famous for his great love for classical music, because the opening of such an institution was a matter of time. The building of the opera symbolizes with its architecture the rich heritage of Oman . It became the main center of musical culture in the country. In the first season, such world stars as Placido Domingo, René Fleming, Andrea Bocelli and others performed at the Royal Muscat Opera House.
Architecture and construction of the theater
Many prominent world firms aspired to work on the theater project in Oman. The British company "Theater Projects Consultants" won the victory. Their development included:
- Supervision over the construction and external structure of the building;
- landscaping and interior design;
- installation of decorative lighting;
- management of the technical elements of the theater;
- formation of proper acoustics.
An important condition for the construction was that the building did not cover the view of the mountains. The architecture had to fit into the background of modern buildings in Muscat taking into account geographical and national specifics, and it was quite possible. After the construction was finished, the outer facade of the theater was faced with a mineral extracted from the nearest quarries.
Royal decoration
80 thousand square meters. m make up the total area of the opera house in Muscat. Most of this territory is occupied by a magnificent garden, but all the grandeur is hidden under the outer shell:
- Theatrical complex. For many tourists it will be a pleasant surprise to see boutiques in the opera. Throughout their territory more than 50, and you can buy here clothes and shoes, perfumes, accessories and jewelry. In addition, you can visit an Indian restaurant, a restaurant with Omani cuisine or a British cafe. The complex also includes an art center and an art gallery.
- House of Omani crafts. Visitors have an excellent opportunity to purchase a souvenir , made exclusively by hand by local artisans, as a souvenir .
- Concert hall. An unparalleled and truly royal hall, capable of accommodating 1,100 people at the same time. The main feature of the hall is its multifunctionality. The transforming scene allows performing theatrical performances, solo, symphonic and chamber concerts. Musicals, dance and opera performances here are also not uncommon.
- Auditorium. For the maximum comfort of spectators in the back of the seats an interactive system of multimedia displays is installed. Acoustics at the Royal Muscat Opera Theater at the highest level. Wherever you sit, audibility at any point of the hall will be ideal.
- The interior of the theater. In the opera you can see the oriental decor with beautiful ornaments. Complex elements of the ceiling and walls finish create a sense of the greatness of this place. The interior is complemented by unusual lighting and illuminating systems.
- Orchestra. No country in the East boasts such great musicians. The special pride of the Omani opera is that all the musicians are Omani.
How to visit the Royal Opera in Oman?
To get to a concert or a play at the Royal Opera is a great success. The cost of tickets varies, depending on the program and location. Prices start from $ 35 and above. Dress code for men - jacket, for women - evening dress.
If you want to see the theater building without visiting a concert or a performance - it's also possible. You can see the whole royal opera complex by buying an excursion . They are held in the opera every day from 8:30 to 10:30. The Muscat Opera Gallery is open from 10:00 to 22:00. Cafes and restaurants - from 8:00 to 24:00.
How to get there?
The building of the Royal Muscat Opera House is located in the Shati-Al-Kurm district. Most tourists come here by taxi, as this is the most convenient way.