Oslo Opera House

The Oslo Opera House is the largest cultural center established in Norway since the early 14th century. Visit the location to attend a performance or have a guided tour of the architecture. The building’s prominent design feature is a roof that slopes steeply up from the waters of the Oslo Fjord. The roof also serves as a public plaza that may be strolled on. During the summer, you will observe people sunbathing and picnicking on the roof.

Inside, gaze at the Wave Wall, a four-story wood wall that wraps around the three performance rooms of the Opera House. The structure has been adorned with eight art projects. The perforated wall panels by Olafur Eliasson and the crumpled aluminum foil curtain on the main stage are among the highlights.

A 50-minute guided tour of the building and backstage areas will teach you how operas and ballets are performed. Visit the costume studio and see where the extravagant sets are painted while standing on the Main Stage. Tours are available everyday and must be reserved in advance. Stage rehearsals are included in some guided tours.

It is possible to see parts of the inner workings of the Oslo Opera House without organizing a tour. The architecture of the building emphasizes openness and accessibility. The hat and mask department, sewing room, and other backstage amenities are visible through large glass windows. Stop into the Opera House's Education Center to gain a better understanding of the opera or ballet you are going to watch. One hour before the curtain rises, introductory speeches about each work are given. They are around 30 minutes long.

Google Rating: 4.7/5
Website: https://operaen.no/en/
Phone: +47 21 42 21 21
Opening Hours: Daily
Address: Kirsten Flagstads Plass 1, 0150 Oslo, Norway