account Welcome to the magical world of the Stuttgart Opera, where the beauty of art meets the splendor of architecture and emotions are brought to life through thrilling performances. The Stuttgart Opera, one of Germany's leading opera houses, is renowned for outstanding productions, innovative stagings and performances of the highest caliber.
Amidst the cultural diversity and splendor of the city of Stuttgart, the opera house stands as a shining jewel that has enchanted the hearts of art lovers and visitors from all over the world for more than a century. As a state opera house, it unites a broad spectrum of opera, ballet and concerts and thus significantly shapes the cultural life of the city. Immerse yourself in a sphere of elegance, passion and artistic brilliance, while majestic backdrops and timeless music set the stage for unforgettable experiences.
The beginnings of the Stuttgart Opera date back to the 17th century. After a fire, the new building was designed by architect Max Littmann and had a special feature: Even back then, it was a double theater, combining an opera house and a playhouse. In 1912, the new opera house was inaugurated with the world premiere of Richard Strauss' Ariadne auf Naxos, conducted by the composer himself. Other famous conductors have worked in Stuttgart, including Niccolò Jommelli, Carl Maria von Weber, Vaclav Neumann and Silvio Varviso.
The Württemberg State Theatres are located not far from Stuttgart's main railway station and the Residenzschloss on the so-called Eckensee. The Great House, clearly visible on the waterfront, stands in contrast to the Small House, which was built in white marble. The Small House or Schauspielhaus was damaged in the Second World War, then demolished and replaced by a new modernist building in 1962.
Today, the State Opera together with the Stuttgart Ballet and the Schauspiel Stuttgart form the Württembergische Staatstheater Stuttgart. The three-part theater opens the doors to a world in which the drama of opera and the grace of ballet form a fascinating symbiosis. The audience is immersed in a world full of talent, history and endless fascination.
With over 1,400 seats, 1,400 employees and half a million visitors, the opera is part of Europe's largest multi-genre theater. The management of the joint overall operation is in the hands of Managing Director Marc-Oliver Hendriks.
Whether internationally renowned classics such as Die Zauberflöte, Hänsel und Gretel, Götterdämmerung or premieres such as Dora or Die Frau ohne Schatten - the wide-ranging repertoire offers just the right thing for every opera lover. One of the most important opera houses in the state of Baden-Württemberg hosts a wide variety of performances covering a broad spectrum of the performing arts. Up-to-date information on performances such as La Fest and the program can be found on the opera house's website.
In addition to opulent opera productions of classical masterpieces or contemporary interpretations and experimental productions, the opera house also offers ballet performances with breathtaking choreographies and musical interpretations.
In addition, Oper Stuttgart regularly presents concerts, symphonies and chamber music that cover the entire spectrum of musical genres and styles and appeal to a wide audience of music lovers.
World premieres have been regularly staged in both the Kleines Haus and the Großes Haus since 1912. Alongside works by Hindemith, Orff and Penderecki are Ulenspiegel by Walter Braunfels and The Robber Hotzenplotz by Sebastian Schwab. The tradition of first and world premieres continues to this day.
The Württemberg State Theatres use different venues depending on the genre. The State Opera and the ballet are at home in the large house or opera house, while the Stuttgart Schauspiel and the ballet are in the small house or Schauspielhaus. In addition, smaller operas, plays and ballets are performed in the Kammertheater. There is also:
Das Nord - a studio stage of the Junge Oper Stuttgart (JOiN) with 150 seats
The Liederhalle - symphony and chamber concerts of the Stuttgart State Orchestra take place here. It is also the city's cultural and congress center.
The rehearsal stage of the John Cranko School, which hosts performances by the Stuttgart Ballet, among others.
Das Württembergische Staatsorchester Stuttgart ist Sinfonie- und Opernorchester in einem. Seit seiner Gründung im Jahr 1627 steht das renommierte Ensemble für künstlerische Exzellenz und musikalische Brillanz. Die hochbegabten Musikerinnen und Musiker arbeiten derzeit unter der Leitung von Generalmusikdirektor Cornelius Meister.
Das Staatsorchester Stuttgart ist bekannt für seine vielseitigen Interpretationen verschiedenster Musikrichtungen, von klassischen Meisterwerken bis hin zu zeitgenössischen Kompositionen. Darüber hinaus engagiert sich das Staatsorchester Stuttgart in Bildungs- und Vermittlungsprogrammen, die das Verständnis und die Wertschätzung von Musik fördern. Durch Workshops, Konzerte für Schüler und Jugendliche sowie Initiativen zur musikalischen Früherziehung trägt das Orchester dazu bei, die Liebe zur Musik in der Gemeinschaft zu fördern und junge Talente zu unterstützen.
Advance ticket sales at Oper Stuttgart always begin two months before the performance. You will receive your tickets electronically or by post. Of course, the quickest way is online. The advantage: you have an overview of the seat allocation and can choose your seat freely.
Tip: According to the opera house, the best seats in terms of visibility and acoustics are in row 5 in the stalls on seats 131 and 132.
Students receive tickets at a maximum price of ten euros, children and young people up to the age of 15 receive a 50 percent discount. Tickets are also available at the theater box office, Monday to Friday from 10 am to 6 pm and on Saturdays from 10 am to 2 pm. A subscription is also worthwhile for regular opera-goers! Find out more on the State Opera website.
Experience the magic of this cultural landmark of Stuttgart, which celebrates art in its purest form and captivates the senses in a maelstrom of harmony and emotion.
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