Opera House
Mariinsky Theatre
Saint Petersburg, Russia·Est. 1783·1,625 seats
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Teatralnaya Ploshchad 1, Saint Petersburg, Russia
The Mariinsky Theatre in Saint Petersburg is one of the most hallowed performing arts institutions in the world. Opened in 1860, its pale green neoclassical facade conceals an opulent auditorium where Tchaikovsky, Mussorgsky, and Rimsky-Korsakov premiered many of their greatest works. Home to the Mariinsky Ballet, opera company, and orchestra, the theater complex now includes the modern Mariinsky II stage, opened in 2013. Under the long tenure of Valery Gergiev, the Mariinsky has maintained its position as Russia's preeminent house for opera, ballet, and orchestral music.
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The Experience
Acoustics, seating, and what to expect
Acoustics
4.8/ 5
The historic Mariinsky Theatre features legendary acoustics with an acoustically optimal horseshoe design where whispers from stage carry clearly to back rows. Mariinsky II (2013) also boasts excellent acoustics with advanced sound-dispersing features, though sound may be perceived as slightly more distant but remains clear and well-blended.
Best Seats
In the historic theatre, first rows of stalls boxes and dress circle offer excellent views; first balcony rows near the Tsar's Box are ideal for ballet. Avoid extreme side boxes and seats with obstructed sightlines from heads due to flat rake. Aisle seats recommended due to lengthy intermissions.
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Venue Details
Architecture
Neo-Renaissance horseshoe design (historic theatre, designed by Alberto Cavos); contemporary modernist (Mariinsky II, opened 2013)
Resident Company
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Creative Team
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Direction
Robert IckeDirector
Lyndsay Magid AvinerDirector
Peter LoewyDirector
Daniel RaggettDirector
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Recorded at This Venue
Pro-shots and live recordings captured here
2019
La BayadèreBallet
2017
The NutcrackerBallet
Marquee TV
2014
Romeo and JulietBallet
2010
PetrushkaBallet
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