Teatro La Fenice
Venice (Veneto)
Like the Phoenix for which the theatre is named, Teatro La Fenice finally rose from the ashes in November 2004. Following a devastating fire in 1996 that nearly burned the famous opera house to the ground, massive reconstruction took place to restore the theatre to its original splendor. Known worldwide for its dramatic beauty, La Fenice is also known for being the cradle of many great operas. It was the site of the infamous fiasco at the premiere of LA TRAVIATA, and of the great triumphs of TANCREDI,...
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Theater Locations
The seasonal events may take place at any of the following locations:
- Basilica di San Marco, Venice
- Teatro La Fenice, Venice. View seating chart...
- Teatro Malibran, Venice
Theater Locations
The seasonal events may take place at any of the following locations:
- Basilica di San Marco, Venice
- Teatro La Fenice, Venice. View seating chart...
- Teatro Malibran, Venice
- Cortile di Palazzo Ducale, Venice
Customer Reviews
Premiere of Otello
Tom (kalmar, Sweden)
Been to opera houses around Europe and N. America, but La Fenice in Venice is something special. Great acoustics and...
Language
Operas are typically performed in their original language with Italian subtitles. Get the full story before the opera! Select Italy offers a variety of libretti in English to complement your opera tickets.Duration
Operas, ballets and concerts can run anywhere from 1.5 to 3+ hours. Consider your evening transportation options for returning to your hotel. Some trains or public transportation may not be available after 10:30 pm.Dress Code
Dress nicely for Italian musical events. You may be turned away if you are dressed too casually. Opening night opera performances require a full dark suit for men, an elegant dress for ladies.Disabilities
Some theaters may be equipped for those with disabilities. Please contact Select Italy for further details.You might also like...
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