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The Hamburg State Opera, established in 1678, remains Germany’s oldest state-supported opera company. Located near the Gänsemarkt, it is a significant venue for operatic and ballet performances. The opera serves audiences interested in classical music, particularly those seeking a historic performance space within a renowned European city.
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Why does Hamburg State Opera trace its history to 1678?
Opera in Hamburg dates to 2 January 1678, when the Oper am Gansemarkt opened with a work by Johann Theile. It is often described as Germany's first public opera house rather than a court opera.
Did Handel really work at Hamburg State Opera's predecessor?
Yes. George Frideric Handel came to Hamburg in 1703 as a violinist and harpsichordist, and his early opera Nero premiered there in 1705.
What happened to the Hamburg opera house during World War II?
The auditorium and nearby buildings were destroyed in an air raid on 2 August 1943. The current Hamburg State Opera house opened on 15 October 1955 with Mozart's Die Zauberflote.
Where is Hamburg State Opera located for visitors?
It is in central Hamburg near Gansemarkt, a name that also connects it to the old Oper am Gansemarkt. The location makes it easy to combine with the Binnenalster, Jungfernstieg, and other central Hamburg stops.
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