Grand Théâtre de Bordeaux, Opera house and theatre in Place de la Comédie, Bordeaux, France
The Grand Théâtre de Bordeaux is an opera house and theatre building located on Place de la Comédie, distinguished by its neoclassical facade. Twelve Corinthian columns support the front of the building, which is crowned with statues representing nine Muses and three goddesses: Juno, Venus, and Minerva.
Architect Victor Louis completed construction of the building in 1780. Later, it served as the home of the French National Assembly in 1871 during a significant political period in France.
The venue houses the Opéra National de Bordeaux and Ballet National de Bordeaux, presenting works from classical composers to modern creators. Performances here reflect how the city values both traditional opera and dance as living art forms that continue to evolve.
The theatre accommodates approximately 1,100 spectators and operates with a full company of musicians, dancers, and performers. It is centrally situated and easily reached on foot, making it convenient to visit while exploring the historic city center.
The building ranks among Europe's oldest opera houses built with a wooden frame that has never suffered a major fire or required complete reconstruction. This resilience stands out when compared to the fires that destroyed many other historic theatres across Europe.
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