Art unites people from all over the globe. To get closer to the world of art, many people are willing to travel thousands of kilometers. Museums, galleries, exhibitions – all this helps people escape from reality and embark on an exciting journey into the world of the creative. But theater remains an important part of art from the earliest times to the present.
The theater is the most spectacular kind of art. It is a synthesis of literature, choreography, vocals, fine art, and many other types of creativity. A person with the help of a theatrical performance can learn to understand other people’s behavior and discover a new, unexplored world of dramatic art. At the theater, you can relax both body and soul, find positive energy and inspiration.
Despite the beauty of the theater, some people don`t like listening to the opera or going to the drama. However, there are theaters in the world that amaze just with their appearance. Their architecture is so alluring and unique that many people travel just to look at them. There are practically no theaters that are uninteresting from the point of view of architecture. But there are some that stand out especially by the unusual design or luxury of the interior decoration. In this article, we have collected for you the 7 most incredible theaters in the world for true connoisseurs of art.
1. Most incredible theaters in the world: Sydney Opera House, Australia
The British Queen Elizabeth II opened the opera in 1973. The theatre immediately became the hallmark of Australia. The building has an expressive style with a weight of 161 thousand tons. Moreover, it became a finalist in the world competition for the search for seven new wonders of the world in 2007.
The “sails” of the theater’s roof are covered with Portuguese tiles in white and cream tones, which creates an amazing effect in different lighting conditions. In addition, the electrical capacity of the grand Sydney Opera House can be equated with the energy consumption of a city with a population of 25 thousand people! The concert hall and the opera stage are covered with two large spheres. Under the smallest “sail” there is a restaurant.
2. Prague Estate Theater, Czech Republic
The former theater of Count Nostitz, now an Estate theater, is famous even among those who have never visited the Czech capital. The exquisite interiors of the building were part of the scenery of Milos Forman’s cult film Amadeus. It is one of the oldest in Europe. The Fruit Market Square in the Old Town of Prague is famous for its beautiful examples of architecture, but the building erected in the classical style certainly serves as its main decoration. Snow-white columns, elegant stucco portal, magnificent ceiling paintings, an abundance of antique lamps, an atmosphere of solemnity; the Estate Theater is an example of European urban development of the XVIII century.
3. Most incredible theaters in the world: Gran Teatre del Liceu, Spain
This is one of the largest theaters in Europe – its hall can accommodate almost 2,300 spectators. This theater, which is important for Catalonia, was built in 1847 on the basis of the “Filodramatic School of Montesino”. The beauty of the facades and the magnificent acoustics of the Liceu hall still inspire art lovers. Excursion programs introduce visitors of the theater to the golden decor of the Renaissance, portraits of artists who performed on the stage of the “Liceo” and the history of one of the world’s most important cultural places.
4. Teatro de La Scala in Milan, Italy
The name of the largest theater in Europe is associated with the Church of Santa Maria Della Scala. Unfortunately, the building was badly damaged during the last war. But the people of Italy took its restoration seriously. Now we can see the building that was so lovingly erected by the brilliant architect of the Enlightenment Giuseppe Piermarini with generous donations from aristocrats. For a long time, “La Scala” was the most beautiful European theater. Music lovers came from neighboring countries to visit its elegant interiors and listen to world celebrities. Previously, in addition to performances, balls and even bullfighting took place.
5. Royal Opera of Versailles, France
The former Court Theater is located on the territory of one of the most famous palaces and park ensembles in Europe. The age of Enlightenment gave an impetus to the flourishing of European culture. Thus, the theater became fashionable. An unspoken competition began between the cities to see who would build the most magnificent and expensive building. The royal residence in Versailles had no choice but to compete! Louis XV attracted the best architects and decorators to the construction of the theater. The work was led by Ange-Jacques Gabriel and Augustin Paget. As a result, all the splendor inherent in French palace construction was embodied in this project.
6. Most incredible theaters in the world: Arena di Verona, Italy
This is a real ancient Roman colosseum. Once the Italians held gladiatorial battles and naval battles here, later they staged bullfights and burned infidels. Many years ago it was the fourth-largest amphitheater of antiquity – 30 thousand spectators could watch performances at the same time. The earthquake of 1117 severely damaged the outer walls of the theater. Over time, people restore the theater, and since 1913, it continued to work.
Today, the Arena di Verona is the world’s largest opera concern. About 600 thousand spectators visit its historical interiors every year. You can buy tickets for stone seats in the amphitheater or for expensive chairs specially installed closer to the stage. In addition, at sunset, workers light candles all over the amphitheater. At this moment you can feel the magic of the theater especially well.
7. Esplanade Theatre, Singapore
This is a whole theater and concert center under one roof. Singaporeans hold performances, festivals, sporting events, concerts, and various international screenings here. Like many things in Singapore, this project was expensive and outrageous. The imagination of the architects led to the fact that the townspeople began to come up with various names for the “Esplanade”. “Durian” and “Fly’s Eyes” are the most harmless of them. Nevertheless, the glass sphere roofs covered with sun-protection plates, the stylish modern interior, the thoughtfulness of the interior space, and the cyclopean dimensions made the Esplanade Theater the brightest among the theater buildings in the world. There are also many nighttime activities in Singapore in addition to the grand events that are hosted in this theatre. However, the magnificent building and the size of the events turn the performances held here to an experience of a lifetime!
