Varna Opera Theatre

Varna Opera Theatre is a performance venue in the center of the coastal city featuring Neo-Renaissance architecture with Baroque-inspired details. The building contains interior spaces equipped for staging operas, ballets, and concerts.

Construction began in 1912 but faced delays due to the Balkan Wars, with the official opening occurring in 1932. These interruptions reflect the region's troubled history during that period.

The building houses the Opera and Philharmonic Society of Varna and hosts classical operas, ballet performances, and symphony concerts. These shows are central to the city's cultural life and draw both locals and visitors.

The building is centrally located, making it easy to reach and convenient to visit during a walk through the city. Attending a performance typically requires advance notice to check event dates and availability.

The theater hosted the world's first international ballet competition in 1964, an event that continues to this day. This competition brought dancers from around the world together and established the city as a center for dance art.

Location: Varna

Inception: August 1, 1947

Architects: Nikola Lazarov

Official opening: 1932

Website: http://opera.tmpcvarna.com/index.php/bg

GPS coordinates: 43.20361,27.91194

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:06