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The Burgtheater was opened in 1741 and has become known as "die Burg" by the Viennese population; [1] its theater company has created a traditional style and speech typical of Burgtheater performances. History. The old Burgtheater (before 1888) Burgtheater (right after its construction) Burgtheater (side) Detail of facade of Burgtheater.
The Burgtheater traces its roots back to 1741, when an enterprising entrepreneur sought permission to convert a disused building on the Michaelerplatz (close to the imperial court) into a stage. Despite the initial blessing of Empress Maria Theresa, the new theatre struggled to establish itself.
Inhaltsverzeichnis. 1 Geschichte. 1.1 Das „alte“ Burgtheater am Michaelerplatz. 1.2 Das neue Gebäude am Ring. 1.3 Das Burgtheater in der Zeit des Nationalsozialismus. 1.4 Das Burgtheater zu Kriegsende und nach dem Zweiten Weltkrieg. 1.5 Das Burgtheater heute. 1.5.1 Direktion Claus Peymann 1986–1999. 1.5.2 Direktion Klaus Bachler 1999–2009.
The Hofburg ( German: [hoːf.buʁk]) is the former principal imperial palace of the Habsburg dynasty in Austria. Located in the centre of Vienna, it was built in the 13th century and expanded several times afterwards. It also served as the imperial winter residence, as Schönbrunn Palace was the summer residence.
Feb 2, 2024 · The Burgtheater was built between 1874 to 1888. It was designed in a Neo-Renaissance style by renowned architects Gottfried Semper and Karl Hasenauer. The Burg was destroyed in air raid in 1945 in WWII. But it was meticulously rebuilt to its original splendor in 1953-55.
Burgtheater founded under Maria Theresia. Today’s Burgtheater was founded on 14 March 1741 under the reign of Empress Maria Theresia, who wanted a theatre close to her imperial palace (Hofburg). Her son and the next Austrian Emperor Joseph II named it German National Theatre in 1776.
Jan 18, 2024 · The Burgtheater, despite its origins as the official national and imperial theater of the Habsburg Empire, has an egalitarian tradition that continues today. Seats with unrestricted views can cost as little as a typical cinema ticket. You can even see a performance for just €4 when standing tickets are available. How to get to the Burgtheater
