Aalto Theatre, Opera house and theatre in Essen, Germany.
The Aalto Theatre features white cubic forms and asymmetrical layout across multiple levels, incorporating wood, marble, and brass materials throughout its construction.
Finnish architect Alvar Aalto completed the design in 1959, but construction delays postponed the theater's opening until January 1988.
The theater maintains a repertoire of classical operas, contemporary performances, and ballet productions through the Theater und Philharmonie Essen organization.
Located at Opernplatz 10, the venue provides guided tours, wheelchair access, and an online booking system for its regular performances.
The theater extends cultural access through AaltoMobil, bringing performances directly to schools, retirement homes, and correctional facilities across the region.
Location: Essen
Architects: Alvar Aalto
Official opening: 1988
Accessibility: Acessível para cadeira de rodas
GPS coordinates: 51.44686,7.01267
Latest update: May 16, 2025 06:11
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