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The Semperoper is the opera house of the Sächsische Staatsoper Dresden (Saxon State Opera) and the concert hall of the Staatskapelle Dresden (Saxon State Orchestra). It is also home to the Semperoper Ballett. The building is located on the Theaterplatz near the Elbe River in the historic centre of Dresden, Germany.
The opera house was originally built by the architect Gottfried Semper in 1841. After a devastating fire in 1869, the opera house was rebuilt, partly again by Semper, and completed in 1878. The opera house has a long history of premieres, including major works by Richard Wagner and Richard Strauss.
The first opera house at the location of today's Semperoper was built by the architect Gottfried Semper. It opened on 13 April 1841 with an opera by Carl Maria von Weber. The building style itself is debated among many, as it has features that appear in three styles: early Renaissance and Baroque, with Corinthian style pillars typical of Greek classical revival. Perhaps the most suitable label for this style would be eclecticism, where influences from many styles are used, a practice most common during this period. Nevertheless, the opera building, Semper's first, was regarded as one of the most beautiful European opera houses.
Following a devastating fire in 1869, the citizens of Dresden immediately set about rebuilding their opera house. They demanded that Gottfried Semper do the reconstruction, even though he was then in exile because of his involvement in the May 1849 uprising in Dresden. The architect had his son, Manfred Semper, build the second opera house using his plans. Completed in 1878, it was built in Neo-Renaissance style. During the construction period, performances were held at the Gewerbehaussaal, which opened in 1870.
The building is considered to be a prime example of "Dresden Baroque" architecture. It is situated on the Theatre Square in central Dresden on the bank of the Elbe River. On top of the portal there is a Panther quadriga with a statue of Dionysos. The interior was created by architects of the time, such as Johannes Schilling. Monuments on the portal depict artists, such as Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Friedrich Schiller, William Shakespeare, Sophocles, Molière and Euripides. The building also features work by Ernst Rietschel and Ernst Julius Hähnel. In the pre-war years, the Semperoper premiered many of the works of Richard Strauss.
In 1945, during the last months of World War II, the building was largely destroyed again, this time by the bombing of Dresden and subsequent firestorm, leaving only the exterior shell standing. Exactly 40 years later, on 13 February 1985, the opera's reconstruction was completed. It was rebuilt to be almost identical to its appearance before the war, but with the benefit of new stage machinery and an accompanying modern rear service building. The Semperoper reopened with the opera that was performed just before the building's destruction in 1945, Carl Maria von Weber's Der Freischütz. When the Elbe flooded in 2002, the building suffered heavy water damage. With substantial help from around the world, it reopened in December of that year.
"The Opera Singer"
As I pulled up to the parking lot, he was singing away, I manged a few shots before he spotted me and moved, but not too far.
Aspects of Sydney Opera House.
Some iphonography taken at 6am to avoid tourists and to catch early morning light. Got lucky with the light quality on here too.
Model: Julija Januševskaja
MUA: Andrea Gaetani
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[ϟ] Strobist info: [Right camera to light face 1 speedlight canon 430EXII] [Trigger wireless]
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Sichuan Opera's face-changing, or "Bian Lian," is a captivating performance art where actors swiftly switch between vividly coloured masks to depict changing emotions and characters. This technique, unique to Sichuan Opera, involves performers changing masks in a fraction of a second, leaving audiences in awe.
Haskell Opera House
Located on the Canada US Border. The stage is Canada, but the photographer is standing in USA
Stanstead, Qc / Derby Line, VT
Opera House Bayreuth, an amazing place. Built in the 18th century as wedding-venue for the daughter of the reigning margrave of Bayreuth. All of the inner construction is made by hand from wood. Simply stunning
A submission to Sliders Sunday, where over-processing is encouraged. Sydney Opera House on a sunny morning.
No Tripods allowed inside. So took a handheld shot with to get this beautiful opera house as wide as possible. Paintings on the ceiling is the highlight with some intricate work.
The Palais Garnier is a 1,979-seat opera house built in 19th century. Grandeur and architecture is amazing inside
No desire for Bravo! That was my one man opera. Applause was last night whisper... now as silent as star dust healing in deep space...
National Grand Opera House, Beijing, China
0.1mm pinhole; 35mm film; 40 secs
Dubai Opera, a stunning landmark in Downtown Dubai, is a hub for cultural events, live performances, and opera shows, celebrated for its modern architecture, iconic design, and breathtaking views of the Dubai skyline, making it a favorite spot for travel photography, night photography, and capturing city lights, reflections, and symmetry in architecture.
A Ópera de Arame, com estrutura tubular e teto transparente, é um dos símbolos emblemáticos de Curitiba. Inaugurada em 1992, acolhe todo tipo de espetáculo, do popular ao clássico, e tem capacidade para 1.572 espectadores.
Construction of the Oslo Opera House, designed by architects Snøhetta, started in 2003 and the building was completed in 2007, ahead of schedule and US$50 million under its budget!
Opera House II - photo taken by mrtraveller.
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Three fun facts:
1) It ran significantly over-budget to construct,
2) The architect didn't live to see it completed, and;
3) It is forbidden to take photographs inside of it.
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