Grand Théâtre de Genève

The Grand Théâtre de Genève is an opera house located on Place Neuve with classical stone architecture and an elegantly designed facade. The building seats approximately 1,500 people in its main auditorium and features one of Switzerland's largest stages.

The theater opened in 1879 under the design of architects Émile Reverdin and Gaspard André as an important Belle Époque building. A major fire in 1951 damaged the structure, but reconstruction restored it as a leading cultural institution.

The opera house serves as a central gathering place for the city's cultural life and draws people seeking live performances across multiple art forms. Locals view it as a key institution where theater, dance, and music come together in one setting.

The theater is easily accessible from Place Neuve and the interior is well-marked with clear directions to galleries and seating areas. Arriving early allows you to explore the foyer and public spaces comfortably before a performance begins.

After reconstruction in 1951, it became the first opera house in Europe to be fully rebuilt with modern electrical stage technology. This innovation allowed for more complex productions and influenced the design of theaters across the region.

Location: Geneva

Location: Canton of Geneva

Inception: October 2, 1879

Architects: Emile Reverdin, Gaspard André

Official opening: 1879

Capacity: 1500

Part of: list of cultural properties in Geneva

Address: Place Neuve 3

Website: https://gtg.ch

GPS coordinates: 46.20170,6.14271

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:03