Odessa Opera and Ballet Theater, Ukraine

Odessa Opera and Ballet Theater is the oldest building in the city. The first building has appeared there in 1810. Unfortunately, in 1873 it was fully destroyed by the fire. The building that we see today belongs to the end of the 19th century. The theatre’s building is built a complex and rare neo-baroque style. The floor of the house and other rooms is decorated in the late French rococo style.

The unique acoustics of the horseshoe-designed hall allows performers to deliver even a whisper-low tone of voice from the stage to any part of the hall. If the actor whispers something on the stage, everybody will hear it. In 2007 Odessa Opera and Ballet Theater was renovated. The historical building saw a lot of important events. It is a real miracle that it wasn’t destroy during the Second World War.

Theatre visitors can see where the original elements of decoration – delicate gilded stucco ornaments. The walls and the ceiling are decorated with the art paintings made by a famous artist Lefler. The last renovation has renewed all theatre technological infrastructure. Today there is the modern system of air condition, the greatest production desk and the first-rated illumination control. Such modern accessories together with the historical atmosphere guaranties the visitors an unforgettable experience. Next - Palazzo Beneventano del Bosco