Opéra royal de Versailles, Opera house in France.
The Royal Opera of Versailles is an elegant opera house located in the Palace of Versailles, France.
Built by Ange-Jacques Gabriel in the 18th century, it is considered one of the masterpieces of French architecture.
It's a significant cultural site in France where several operas and ballets were premiered.
Today, the opera house is open to the public for tours and performances.
Interestingly, it has a modular design allowing the floor to be raised for balls or lowered for theatre productions.
Location: Versailles
Architect: Ange-Jacques Gabriel
Official opening: May 16, 1770
Capacity: 712
Website: chateauversailles-spectacles.fr/tag/opera-royal_t60/1
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