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Riga's White House - the Latvian National Opera on Aspazijas Boulevard was opened in 1923; an average of six new productions are presented each year, retaining a balance between opera and ballet. In total, the opera sees over 200 performances and several symphonic and chamber music concerts a season.

The very beginning of opera performances can be traced back to the 18th century when first musical shows were staged in the Duchy of Courland and the first travelling opera troupes appeared in Riga. In 1782, Town german Theatre was opened where drama theatre, opera and ballet performances were held. Famous german composer Richard Wagner worked there for a few years.

The origin of Latvian opera dates back to 1912, with establishing of Latvian opera under Pāvuls Jurjāns; however, the Latvian National Opera troupe first performed with Richard Wagner's The Flying Dutchman in the present Opera House only on January 23, 1919.

In the 1990s, the opera house underwent large-scale reconstruction and restoration of the interior, highlighting the original decorations. The construction was finished in 2001, with a new structure for technical and creative staff and the New Hall with 300 seats adjusted.

Summary

Address: Aspazijas bulvāris 3
Phone: +371 67073777
E-mail: info@opera.lv
www: http://www.opera.lv
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