As you know, it was Italy who became the ancestor of musical and dramatic art. Not surprisingly, the theater "La Scala" in Milan - one of the best in the world with amazing acoustics and imposing dimensions of the structure. To this day, only the masters of their work are working, and the productions are among the most famous and popular.
The history of the theater "La Scala"
Many years ago Milan was made the so-called opera capital, when it was still under the rule of the Austrian Empire. The Austrian emperors did not stint on the creation of a truly unique structure of its kind.
At one time there was first heard the names of G. Rossini, G. Donizetti. It was there that the first productions were given, which later became the historical visiting card of the opera house "La Scala".
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Currently, the theater "La Scala" is given both classical and modern productions. For any of them, only the most famous masters of their craft are invited. Yes, and the repertoire of the theater "La Scala" is built in a rather peculiar way. Usually the beginning of the season teaches on the day of the commemoration of the memory of Saint Ambrose, who is considered the patron saint of Milan. But after a month the repertoire is again replaced. Some world productions are still repeated in a couple of years, but often in a completely new guise.
Theater "La Scala" in Italy in the course of history changed its appearance after some reconstructions. A real appearance of the theater was after the last restoration work, completed in 2004. Currently, the theater "La Scala" in Milan can only accommodate 2030 seats in one setting, as required by fire safety rules.
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The Opera House La Scala
In any guidebook you can find out where the theater "La Scala" is located. The address indicates Via Filodrammatici, 2. You can get either by bus 61 or by metro. Of course, if you plan to visit the theater solely as part of a city tour. If there is a desire to get directly to the production, you will have to work hard beforehand.
Firstly, nobody canceled the dress code. Of course, if you come to the theater in ordinary casual clothes, no one will point you at the door, but from the crowd you will clearly stand out. Secondly, tickets for the theater "La Scala" to buy a couple of hours before the production you can not. The fact is that all of them are personal and you can not transfer your ticket to a second person. And you will have to buy them about two months before the start of the production. And be prepared for the fact that in an hour or two after the start of sales, most of the tickets will be sold.
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