Bayreuth Festival Theatre, Opera house on a green hill in Bayreuth, Germany
The Richard Wagner Festival Theatre features a wooden structure with a double proscenium arch and contains 1,974 seats arranged in a single wedge formation.
The theatre opened in 1876 with the premiere of Wagner's Ring des Nibelungen cycle, funded by King Ludwig II of Bavaria and designed by architect Gottfried Semper.
Each summer, the theatre presents Wagner's operatic works in sequence during the Bayreuth Festival, drawing attendees from across the globe to experience German musical heritage.
The concealed orchestra pit creates a specific sound balance between musicians and singers, while every seat provides an unobstructed view of the stage.
The building stands as one of the largest timber structures worldwide, with a specialized hood covering the orchestra pit to minimize visual distractions during performances.
Location: Bayreuth
Architects: Gottfried Semper
Official opening: 1876
Capacity: 1974
Made from material: wood
Address: Festspielhügel 1
Website: http://bayreuther-festspiele.de
GPS coordinates: 49.96000,11.57972
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:31
These opera houses represent international music culture. The buildings display architectural styles from baroque to modern. The halls provide optimal acoustic conditions for opera performances. The theaters are located in cities like Paris, New York and Sydney. The buildings function as centers of cultural life in their cities.
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