Grand Opera House
Neighborhood: Gothic Quarter, Raval & La Ribera
Nearest Train: Liceu
Phone: +34 93 485 9998
Fax: +34 93 485 9918
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Barcelona's most important theatre was built in an eclectic style by J.O. Mestres and M. Garriga i Rocato to house the city's Operatic Society. Regular opera seasons began here in 1847 and the venue soon overshadowed its main rival, the Teatro Principal. It became a potent symbol of the power and wealth of Catalunya's 19th-century middle-classes, the same people who commissioned all the city's impressive modernist buildings towards the end of that century. There was a devastating fire in the theatre during 1861, an anarchist bomb-attack in 1893, and then it was completely burned down in 1994. The new building stages an exciting programme of operas, concerts and ballets by the world's best performing companies and houses its own symphony orchestra and choir that perform all year round.
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Associated Events
Exhibition Far From The Low LandOct 2nd, 2008 to Dec 15th, 2008
Held at the famous Gran Teatre del Liceu, the exhibition of Guimerà’s work is a must-visit for all history lovers. On display are a variety of artifacts, photographs and designs which give a detailed account of Catalan history. With a focus on 'Guimerà and the myth of the mountain in the Catalan imaginary', this exhibition is alluring. Guimerà's interpretation of the age old Catalan tradition and its impact on the national and international art scene is the highlight of the exhibition.
Tiefland
Oct 2nd, 2008 to Oct 20th, 2008
Revolving around the trials and tribulations of Pedro, Tiefland is considered as one of the most hard-hitting and close-to-life plays of the acclaimed Àngel Guimerà. It is the reconstruction of Guimerà's play 'Terra Baixa'. Watch the story of love and betrayal unfold at the opera being performed at the Gran Teatre del Liceu. Call or check website for schedules.
Concert- Uniting Voices Against Social Exclusion
Oct 12th, 2008
Concert- Uniting Voices Against Social Exclusion at the Gran Teatre del Liceu is sure to catch some eyeballs. Aimed at spreading awareness of equality and justice, the concert boasts of bringing together music bigwigs to spread the message. Extend your support by attending the concert and catch your favorite stars like Martirio, Whiskyn’s, las Flores Azules and Facto Delafé enthrall audiences with their performances for a worthwhile cause.
The Foyer Sessions
Oct 18th, 2008 to Jul 8th, 2009
The Gran Teatre del Liceu is an oyster of talented and precious pearls. The Foyer Sessions is an attempt by the theater to showcase the talent and mettle of young artists and musicians from all over the world. These budding artists have concerts to their name thereby giving them instant fame. Most of the performances are reproductions like, Steven Brinberg brings alive the music of the legendary Barbra Streisand or Amy Burton pays tribute to the diva Yvonne Printemps. Check website for further details.
Turandot
Jul 21st, 2009 to Jul 31st, 2009
8:00PM
Turandot by Giacomo Puccini has been performed all over the world to packed auditoriums. Now the opera will be seen at the Gran Teatre del Liceu. The opera is an adaptation of the a fable by Carlo Gozzi, which in turn has its roots in the Arabian Nights. Take this opportunity to catch it at the teatre this coming July.
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