Opernhaus Dortmund, Opera house in Dortmund, Germany.

Opernhaus Dortmund is the opera house of Dortmund, run by Theater Dortmund. Architects Heinrich Rosskotten and Edgar Tritthart designed the modernist building, which separates the stage and technical areas in the Bühnenhaus, dominated by straight lines, from the auditorium under a concrete shell roof. It stands on the former site of the Old Synagogue, demolished by the Nazi local government in the 1930s.

The current building was completed in 1966 and replaced the original opera house from 1904 that was destroyed during World War II. The decision to rebuild with modern concrete architecture marked a cultural renewal for the city after years of destruction.

The opera house presents a range of performances from classical operas to contemporary works, along with ballet and concerts featuring the philharmonic orchestra. This variety attracts audiences of different ages and backgrounds throughout the year.

It is easiest to plan a visit by checking the website or calling ahead to select performances and reserve tickets. Both individual tickets and seasonal passes are available for those who want to attend multiple shows.

The opening performance in March 1966 presented Richard Strauss's Der Rosenkavalier conducted by Wilhelm Schüchter with many international guest performers. This event marked not only the reopening of the house but also Dortmund's return to the stage of European cultural life.