Chuvash State Opera and Ballet Theater

The Chuvash State Opera and Ballet Theater sits on Moskovskiy Avenue in Cheboksary with a brutalist architectural style completed in 1985. Designed by architects R. Begunts and V. Teneta, this building serves as the main venue for opera and ballet performances in the city.

The institution was founded in 1960 and launched with the premiere of 'Water Mill' by F. Vasilev. The current brutalist building was constructed later in 1985 to provide a modern home for the growing opera and ballet program.

The theater presents classical Russian works alongside international compositions, weaving elements of Chuvash artistic traditions into its stage productions. This blend shapes how local audiences experience both traditional and contemporary opera and ballet.

Visitors can buy tickets through the official website or directly at the box office located in the building. It helps to check schedules ahead of time since the theater hosts regular performances and special events throughout the year.

Since 1991, the theater has hosted an International Opera Festival named after Maxim Mikhailov, followed by an International Ballet Festival beginning in 1997. These annual festivals bring artists and audiences from different countries to the city.

Location: Cheboksary

Inception: May 22, 1960

Official opening: May 22, 1960

Operator: АУ «Чувашский государственный театр оперы и балета»

Address: 428003, Республика Чувашия, г. Чебоксары, Московский проспект, д. 1

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-18:00

Phone: +78352583588

Website: https://volgaopera.ru

GPS coordinates: 56.14464,47.23701

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:41