国立歌剧院( National Opera)历史悠久,建筑华丽,歌剧院内部也布置的相当豪华,也曾演出过捷克最具传统的表演艺术-木偶戏,戏剧最出名的是莫札特的名歌剧-唐璜。 木偶戏从十六世纪哈布斯堡王朝统治期间就开始流行,而且当时的木偶跟真人一样大,且用德语演出,而一些不会德语的小剧团就在外地或乡间作巡迴表演,由造诣深厚的剧作和音乐家编剧,更保留了许多传统的民俗故事。 现在这里也经常有木偶戏和其它各类演出。
We recently visited the State Opera for the third time, this time for an absolutely sublime production of La Traviata. We had excellent seats near the front of the first balcony for which we paid a fraction of what we would have done at Covent Garden, the Met etc. We were with friends who are not frequent opera goers and they loved it, said that it felt as if the singers were performing just for us. Being Prague the quality of the playing and singing was excellent. It's also worth going just to see the interior of this beautiful building. Best of all, a glass of Sekt only 60czk (less than £2)! Just one thing to say - do dress for the occasion, every one else does
LT4_lotr
We decided to check out an opera while in Prague. It was a great decision! Seats in the second balcony for around $20 (490czk). A fun production. What a lovely building, too. A word to would be opera goers: if you are trying this to experience Prague arts and culture (and are not an opera aficionado) then the second balcony is great. The rows are spaced vertically so every row has a good view of the stage. Sit as close to the middle as you can, as the stage isn't that far away (compared to balcony in some theaters).
roosterbeccles
What a wonderful experience. Loved the production. Luckily I can understand Italian so that was fine but the subtitles helped my partner. Really moving performance and so cheap compared with similar experiences in Paris and the UK.Everyone was so helpful as it was our first visit and we will definately go back.
LaurandJ
We watched Aida here and really enjoyed coming to this beautiful opera house. The theatre itself is stunning and well kept.It was our first time of watching Opera and I feel it has really set a high standard. The performance was wonderful. There are subtitles... Although I believe that there must have been some 'paraphrasing' going on, but it didn't detract at all. Maybe make sure you read up on the story of any opera that you go to see. We were sat on the second balcony, 3rd row. The seats were fine for what we paid - incredible value in fact, however I wish I'd gotten them sooner and been able to sit a little lower down as people on row 1 of our balcony spent a good bit of time leaning forward and in doing so did obscure our view a good bit, which was a small shame. The opera house is well catered. Plenty of front of house staff. The coat drop off/pick up was a smooth operation. Two things to note - make sure you order your drinks for the interval. We did and we're pleased not to have to stand in the queues that seemed to move well but still take most of the interval to clear. The drinks/ snacks ordering was very easy and worked perfectly. The second point to note is that if you ladies need the toilet then there aren't many... Get straight there almost as soon as the curtain closes for interval if you can as we were first there simply because of where we say but by the time we came it the queue was immense. A really memorial evening spent here! And dress up! It looked lovely to see everyone who did :-)
262canw
Watched Carmen yesterday. It was a beautiful theatre with great view even from the second floor. A pity that I couldnt understand the singing, so had to read the subtitle translations. I believe I would have enjoyed more if I could understand...
dr_p_j_seip
We stayed three nights in Prague and went 3 nights to the opera, Rusalka, La Traviata and Otello. In the latter we were spoiled by the guest star Jose Cura who performed the role of Otello.7 years ago we stayed in town for a month and went several times and enjoyed every one of them. This time it wasn't any different. A splendid evening out for so much less money than the operas in the big cities in W. Europe.Opera lovers if you go to Prague , book your tickets online.
martc7
Cajoled by the wife to go to a ballet for the first time ever whilst on our anniversary in Prague. Well, if all ballet is like this then I think I have missed out. Fantastic building, inexpensive drinks and nibbles unlike rip-off England where once inside you get charged extortionately. We splashed out and got a balcony box and shared it with a Czech lady and her young daughter who was mesmerised. We were right next to the orchestra pit which was amazing to watch too. The ballet was Sleeping Beauty so we understood the story which obviously helps. Get dressed up..have a glass of Champagne and enjoy ballet (or opera) in a real atmospheric place
Wikus_de_Jager
Pre-book an e-ticket for the ballet to really enjoy this ornate building. Superb golden lightshades, detailed gold patterns, cherubs and full sized figures support pillars and balconies. Do not miss it if you like Baroque interiors ( a guidebook calls it neo-rococo, for those in the know). The ballet performance was excellent, too.