Macedonian National Opera and Ballet, Opera house and company on the Vardar River in Skopje, North Macedonia.
The concrete structure extends along the riverbank with a fragmented geometry and irregular facade featuring dramatic cantilevers and white-painted surfaces.
Following the 1963 earthquake that devastated Skopje, international aid supported reconstruction efforts, leading to the creation of this cultural center in the 1970s.
The auditorium design eliminated traditional class-based seating arrangements, reflecting modernist principles that aimed to create equal viewing experiences for all attendees.
The venue presents regular performances of classical operas and ballets, including works by Tchaikovsky, Donizetti, and Minkus throughout the performance season.
The building's architectural design, created by Slovenian group Biro 71, incorporates tilted aisles and fractured elements that influenced later deconstructivist architecture.
Location: Skopje
Architects: Marijan Uršič, Bogdan Splinder, Jurij Princes, Štefan Kacin
Official opening: 1947
Website: http://operabalet.mk
GPS coordinates: 41.99750,21.43667
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:38
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