NATIONALTHEATER MÜNCHEN
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The Nationaltheater in Munich is one of the most prestigious theatres in Germany.
When you stand in front of the National Theatre, the first thing you notice is the imposing bronze statue in the middle of the square. It depicts Max Joseph, the first Bavarian king, who was responsible for the construction of this noble institution. Originally, the opera house was located in a hall of the Residenzpalais, where the first Italian opera performances were held for the members of the court. As the opera became more and more popular among the nobility and the bourgeoisie, King Max of Bavaria ordered the laying of the foundation stone for the Bavarian State Opera in 1811, which was inaugurated in 1818. Unfortunately, on the night of October 3 to 4, 1942, the building was completely destroyed by Allied bombing. The war and the reconstruction period kept the opera house quiet for more than 20 years, until the new building was opened in November 1963.
Today, the Nationaltheater is one of the most prestigious halls in Germany. It is home to several institutions: the Bayrisches Staatsballett, the Bayrisches Staatsorchester and the world-famous Bayrische Staatsoper. Its programme is varied: in one season it offers more than 30 operas and more than 20 ballets. Its repertoire covers works from various eras. The programme changes daily and also includes concerts and recitals.
Two of Wagner's operas were staged on the National Theatre's famous stage: Tristan und Isolde in 1865 and Die Walküre in 1870.
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