Odesa National Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre

The pride of Ukraine, Odessa’s calling card, and simply an amazing place for cultural and educational leisure — the Odesa National Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre. The building was built in 1810. However, its original appearance has not survived to this day. The building’s current appearance was designed by the architects Helmer and Felmer in 1887. Given the age of the building, the opera theatre is one of the oldest buildings and theatres in Ukraine. However, its carefully designed acoustics still make it possible to fully enjoy the melodious music echoing in the hall, the volume of the actors’ performance, and the incredible sound of the organ.

The opera theatre is a unique place where you can buy tickets for an educational tour or enjoy a concert or ballet performance. Every day, it hosts a lively cultural life aimed at introducing theatre guests to the best repertoire and the actors’ professional performance.

Photo from the website iodessit.com

Interesting facts:

• On the theatre’s website, it is possible to take an introductory 3D tour
• In 1873, due to a fire, the theatre was completely destroyed. 
• The theatre was built on shifting ground, so it had to be constantly repaired because the foundation sank. 
• Many famous performers have appeared on the theatre’s stage. Among them: Feodor Chaliapin, Solomiia Krushelnytska, Enrico Caruso, Isadora Duncan, Leonid Sabinov, and others.
• In his work “Eugene Onegin,” Pushkin mentions the Odesa Opera Theatre.
• According to Forbs, the Odesa Opera is included in the list of the oldest places in Eastern Europe.

Performances and tours are held at the theatre almost every day. 

Ticket prices from 35 to 650 UAH

Tours are conducted in groups of 20 people.