Andrássy út 22 - 1061 Budapest Hongrie- Venue's Capacity: 1236
Built in 1884, by the architect Miklós Ybl on the plans of the Staatsoper of Vienna, it was the most modern European theatre of its time. For the first time in the world, the wooden stage machinery from the Baroque era was replaced by a metal system operated by hydraulic power.
The building was inaugurated in the presence of Franz Joseph with the works of Erkel. It has been directed by the greatest conductors such as Gustav Mahler and Arthur Nikisch, but also Massenet, Delibes or Puccini who came here to perform their operas.
In 1984, one hundred years after it first opened, the fully renovated State Opera House reopened its doors.
With a strong company, first-class operas and ballets are performed here.
