Novosibirsk Opera and Ballet Theatre – Novosibirsk, Russia

Novosibirsk Opera and Ballet Theatre is the most important theatre of Novosibirsk and Siberia. It was completed in February 1944, the first performance being held on May 12, 1945. The total area of the building is 11 837 m², the volume is 294 340 m³. The theatre is often called “Siberian Coliseum” for its size and beauty.

It is the largest theatre in Russia, larger than the Bolshoi Theatre (literally “Big theatre”) in Moscow. Located at the very center of the Novosibirsk city, at the Lenin square, it is the symbol of the city. After its renovation in 2005, its computerized stage equipment is the most technically advanced in Russia. The official title is Novosibirsk State Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre.

The principal construction of Novosibisk theatre’s building is the big dome, 60 meters wide and 35 meters high. The dome is a unique construction that supports itself without girders or columns. The ratio of its thickness (an average of 8 cm) to its radius is less than that of a chicken egg.

In front of the dome there is a large foyer; behind it there is a 30-meters-deep big stage with bars rising up to 30 meters above. The big hall seats more than 1790 spectators; its upper gallery is decorated with copies of antique Greek statues.

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