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Slovak National Theatre (Historic Building)

Slovak National Theatre (Historic Building)

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Slovak National Theatre (Historic Building)

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Location: Bratislava, Slovakia

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Paul

December 1, 2024

Slovak National Theatre - Opera House, Bratislava / Pressburg
The Bratislava Opera House - officially known as the old building of the Slovak National Theatre - is a building in the neo-renaissance style, which was opened in 1886 as a city theatre.
The opera house of the Slovak National Theatre, built in the neo-renaissance style, was built in 1884-86 as a city theatre. It is a building by the Viennese architects Ferdinand Fellner and Hermann Helmer, who specialized in theatre construction. The new theatre replaced the old city theatre from 1776, which no longer met current requirements. Busts of famous composers are integrated into the oval entrance façade, above which is the stone sculpture group 'Muse of Thalia' by the Viennese sculptor T. Friedl and to the side of it two putti, winged children's figures by V. Tilgner, which symbolize tragedy and comedy.
The façade of the opera house is decorated with a terrace. You can get here from the salon and then have a wonderful view of the entire square in front of the opera house. The opera title Bánk Bán, written by the Hungarian composer Ferenc Erkel, was performed at the opening ceremony. The Slovak National Theatre was founded in 1920 under the direction of Oskar Nedbal, who helped it to attain great prestige. Its good reputation and top artists made this house an insider tip among connoisseurs of classical music.
In front of the opera house, visitors can admire a beautiful Ganymede fountain from 1888. It was designed by the Bratislava-born sculptor Viktor Oskar Tilgner, who also created the monument to Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in Vienna's Burggarten. The fountain in front of the opera house conveys the Greek legend of Ganymede, how he was abducted by an eagle to Mount Olympus, where he would serve Zeus and experience eternal youth in return. This is reflected to this day in the boy's happy expression. The sculpture is completed by fish and animals living in the Danube.
Text / Source: Ministry of Tourism and Sports of the Slovak Republic, Bratislava / Pressburg
visitbratislava.com/de/setzt/slowakisches-nationaltheater

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Jochen

August 24, 2018

Magnificent opera and theater building in the middle of the old town.

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Hynek Smolka

August 19, 2024

The old building of the Slovak National Theater (SND) is one of the most important and iconic cultural monuments of Bratislava. It is located on Hviezdoslav Square, in the center of the city, and is an integral part of Bratislava's architecture and cultural life.
The theater was originally built as the City Theater and served for German and Hungarian theater companies, since at that time Bratislava (then Pressburg/Pozsony) belonged to Austria-Hungary. Only after the creation of Czechoslovakia in 1918 did the building become the seat of the Slovak National Theatre.

The old SND building played a key role in the development of Slovak culture and theater. During its history, it has hosted countless important performances, including premieres of works by Slovak authors, as well as international productions. Many famous Slovak personalities, such as Jozef Kroner, Martin Gregor or Emília Vášáryová, started their careers on this stage.

Although the new SND building on Pribinová street was opened in 2007, the old building on Hviezdoslavov Square continues to serve as an important cultural center. It is mainly used for drama performances and operas, while its historical value and charm continue to attract spectators and tourists.

The old SND building thus remains a living witness of Slovakia's rich cultural heritage and one of the most important symbols of Bratislava culture.

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