Le Grand Théâtre - Geneva
N 46° 12.082 E 006° 08.582
32T E 279586 N 5120389
The Geneva Opera House.
Waymark Code: WMQ92
Location: Genève, Switzerland
Date Posted: 09/12/2006
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The building is constructed on the Place Neuve and is inspired by the Opéra Garnier in Paris. It was inaugurated in 1879 with the performance of "William Tell" by Rossini. (William Tell, by the way, is the Swiss national hero.)
The Grand Théâtre presents ballets, operas, and classical music concerts.
Theater Name: Grand Théâtre de Genève
Country: Switzerland
Address: 11, boulevard du Théâtre Genève, Switzerland 1211
Web Site: [Web Link]
Venue: Other (specify in narrative)
Type of Productions: Ballet, Opera, Classical Music Concerts
Restored Building: no
Date of Construction: 1876
Architect/Designer: Jacques-Elisée Goss
Seating Capacity: 1500
Stage Type: Not listed
Special Productions/Events/Festivals: Not listed
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