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The Oslo Opera House (Norwegian: Operahuset) is the home of the Norwegian National Opera and Ballet, and the national opera house in Norway. The building is situated in the Bjørvika neighbourhood of central Oslo, at the head of the Oslofjord. It is operated by Statsbygg, the government agency which manages property for the Norwegian government.
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From north to south through the Opera House runs a high, inbuilt structure referred to as Opera House Street that separates the stages and the public areas from the production side where the rehearsal rooms, song and ballet studios, workshops and offices are located. Architecturally, the production side is separated from the public areas through th...
The Snøhetta architects used three main materials in designing Oslo Opera House: stone, wood and metal. The principal stone used in the construction is the characteristic white marble from Carrara in Italy. The wood used in the foyer, public galleries and the Main House is oak, while the metal facades on the roof are aluminium. In addition, the des...
Oslo Opera House features eight arts projects in which 17 different artists were involved. The majority of the artwork is more or less integrated into the building, such as the stage curtain Metafoil by Pae White and the four predominantly white-lit installations in the wardrobe area of the foyer by Olafur Eliasson called The Other Wall. Other artw...
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The often massive media attention created by the architecture of the Opera House has helped attracting internationally renowned opera and ballet performers to Oslo. The ever changing ensemble constantly consists of a fruitful combination of highly acclaimed national and international performers.
Oct 25, 2019 · Oslo's waterfront Opera House was one of the first buildings in a new wave of Scandinavian architecture. Whether you want to see one of Oslo's top sights, walk on the roof or attend a performance, here’s everything you need to know about visiting the Opera House, a true landmark of Oslo, Norway.
Sep 15, 2023 · The Oslo Opera House is the largest cultural building in Norway, covering an impressive area of 38,500 square meters. It serves as a home to the Norwegian National Opera and Ballet, showcasing world-class performances and attracting art enthusiasts from all over the world.
Apr 26, 2017 · When the Norwegian National Opera & Ballet finally opened its doors in 2008, a century-old dream came true. Today, Oslo’s Opera House is a top attraction and one of the country’s most prominent architectural gems, and the entire building is enjoyed by the city’s inhabitants and visitors alike.