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	Opera house - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		An opera house is a building where operas are performed.
		The venues are usually constructed specifically with opera in mind, although other performing arts may be performed there.
		Opera House of the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, D.C. edit ]
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Opera_house

	Hungarian State Opera House - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The Hungarian State Opera House (formerly the Budapest Royal Opera) was built in 1884 by MiklÃ³s Ybl.
		Budapest Tourism Office on Hungarian State Opera House
		Its neo-renaissaince building, with elements of Baroque, beautifully ornamented with paintings and sculptures by Bertalan SzÃ©kely, MÃ³r Than and KÃ¡roly Lotz, is counted amongst the most beautiful opera houses in the world.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Hungarian_State_Opera_House

	News from hungary
		He has returned to the Hungarian State Opera for the 1996/97 season after his committments with the Vienna Staatsoper, where he started working in 1991, the Berlin Deutsche Oper, where he was a soloist and the Schleswig-Holstein Landestheater, where he was the ballet director and dancer-choreographer.
		The youngest soloists of the Hungarian State Opera will be dancing in the three leading parts of the ballet Sylvia by László Seregi (music by Delibes) at the January 31, 1997 performance.
		Téri, Margit Horváth Foundation took place on December 15, 1996 in the Bertalan Székely room at the Hungarian Opera House.
	www.c3.hu /~danceart/1996_06/newshu.html

	Hungarian State Opera
		In the niches on both sides of the driveway stand the statues (by Alajos Stróbl) of Ferenc Liszt the most famous Hungarian composer of the nineteenth century, and Ferenc Erkel, creator of Hungarian national opera and the first director of the Opera House.
		The building at No. 22 is the Hungarian State Opera.
		This theatre, originally completed in 191 l, and now seating 2,500 spectators, was rebuilt as a modern opera house and concert hall in the course of reconstruction work after the war.
	www.fsz.bme.hu /hungary/budapest/bptour/bpand04.htm

	Travel for the Arts - Opera a la carte, Hungarian State Opera, Erkel Theatre - Vienna, 2004/2005
		Opera Vienna has a long, distinguished operatic tradition, and a visit to the State Opera takes you straight to the cultural heart of the Austrian capital.
		Vienna State Opera’s approach to the standard repertory is always satisfying, with plenty of Wagner, Strauss and Verdi at its core.
		These range from classic stagings by Otto Schenk, a stalwart of the State Opera, to the cutting-edge modernism of Peter Konwitschny.
	www.travelforthearts.co.uk /html/opera_ala_carte04_05/opera_vienna.htm

	Festival des arts de St-Sauveur, The Hungarian Ballet detail english
		Nowerdays there are lots of excellent ballet companies in Hungary such as the Hungarian National Ballet (the Ballet Company of the Hungarian State Opera House) which is the first ensemble of the country and as a matter of fact, without an overstatement, it became the citadel of the European ballet art.
		The aspect of the Hungarian National Ballet is still determined by four important factors: the national traditions based on Harangozó's work, the influence of the classical Russian school, the Hungarian choreographers after the so called Harangozó's period and finally the contemporary, modern European and American art.
		Besides using the elements of the Hungarian folk dance his pieces are supported by traditions of the classical ballet and also effected both by the contemporary styles and Russian school.
	www.artssaintsauveur.com /archives/2000/html/sup81.htm

	Budapest, Hungary.
		The Hungarian National Museum, an enormous neoclassical structure built from 1837 to 1847, was one of the great projects of the early-19th-century Age of Reform, a period that also saw the construction of the Chain Bridge and the National Theater, as well as the development of the modern Hungarian national identity.
		The Opera House with a rich and evocative history is a home to both the State Opera and the State Ballet.
		The large carpet in the hall from the small Hungarian village of Békésszentandrás is purportedly the biggest handmade carpet in Europe.
	www.azimuthtravel.us /spa_budapest.html

	city of the month - Music & Opera
		This was erected on the occasion of the millennium (1896) of the Hungarian conquest.
		Hungarians love “great music” but they also love popular music, which means it is possible to enjoy many folk groups (music and dance) and above all many Hungarian gypsy groups and Klezmer music.
		Houses the country’s biggest public collection, illustrating and documenting the genesis and evolution of fine arts in Hungary from the 11th century to the present day.
	www.music-opera.com /site_english/ville_budapest_e.htm

	Mad Dog's Breakfast - It's not over 'til the fat lady sings. (Printer)
		The interior of the Hungarian State Opera House, Budpest, Hungary.
		Going to the opera may not be something that you would consider doing while travelling, but when the tickets are very cheap and you get to see a full blown production it certainly is an alternative to nightclubs, bars or sitting in your hostel.
		Opera Base -This is a good place to start looking for information on opera.
	maddogsbreakfast.com /mdb/printer/prt31.shtml

	Cremaster 5 Synopsis
		During this overture, we see the Queen ascending the staircase of the Hungarian State Opera House followed by her two ushers (who are identical twins).
		The opera house appears to be empty, except for the Queen, her ushers, and the orchestra.
		The Queen sits on a flesh-colored throne in the back of the opera house and her ushers arrange seven white Jacobin pigeons around her (the pigeons were provided by Barney’s then-wife Mary Farley, who raised exotic birds).
	www.cremasterfanatic.com /Synopsis5.html

	The Budapest Sun Online - Story page
		Since 1991 the Friends of the Opera Association has organized the Opera Gala to raise funds to further social, cultural and economic relations between Hungary and the rest of the world, promote tourism, and to develop the appreciation of the Hungarian Opera Company and it magnificent opera house.
		Tel: 331-2550; 332-7914; or purchase directly from the box office of the Hungarian State Opera House, Pest, District VI, Andrássy út 20.
		Tombstones are also provided, and care for the graves of outstanding figures of the Opera Company; the Friends raise funds for the operating expenses of the Opera and the Ballet Company as well as of the Friends' Association.
	www.budapestsun.com /full_story.asp?ArticleId={CBCE23EF2001422E99ED7772E0F75738}&From=Style

	Budapest Spring Festival 2004
		In December 2001 the Hungarian State Opera House revived AndrÃ¡s MikÃ³âs staging of Don Carlos in tribute to the former principal director.
		The story of the opera is said to be based on real events; it is certainly a drama with dark elements that could come from a detective story.
		They are preparing for the wedding when someone finds the babyâs bodyâ¦ The premiÃ¨re of the opera in Brno was a success but it was not until after the Prague performance in 1916 that the opera had a real impact.
	festivalcity.hu /btf2004?k=opera&l=en

	DVK: Elsõ CD-nk
		Since then he had been the member of Kolozsvár Opera House for 8 years then he has been a soloist of the Hungarian State Opera House since 1989.
		Her repertoire comprises the most significant pieces of the opera literature (Carmen, Azucena, Ulrica, etc.) She performs songs and oratorios in Hungary and abroad as well (US, Australia, Japan, and nearly all countries of Europe).
		Six years later in Apryl 1888 he accepted the invitation of Sándor Erkel the director of the Opera House and the Filharmonic Society in Hungary.
	dvk.dunanet.hu /english/cd001-e.html

	Budapesti Tavaszi FesztivÃ¡l 2004
		NÃ©ha a bemutatÃ³ szorÃtÃ³ kÃ¶zelsÃ©ge miatt kellett idegen anyaghoz nyÃºlni, mÃ¡skor egy Ã©nekes vagy egy impresszÃ¡riÃ³ Ã³hajÃ¡nak engedett a komponista, de az sem volt ritka, hogy az opera âteam-munkÃ¡banâ kÃ©szÃ¼lt, mindenki hozta a magÃ¡Ã©t, nÃ©ha nem is a legfrissebbet.
		Ez az eljÃ¡rÃ¡s ma szokatlannak tÅ±nik, pedig az opera tÃ¶rtÃ©netÃ©nek elsÅ‘ kÃ©t Ã©vszÃ¡zadÃ¡ban (1600-1800) a kÃ¶lcsÃ¶nanyagok felhasznÃ¡lÃ¡sa, betoldÃ¡sa nagyon is bevett gyakorlat volt.
		Az opera zenÃ©je Ãºgy tÅ±nik nem Ã©lte tÃºl az elmÃºlt 280 Ã©vet, az elsÅ‘ Ã©s a harmadik felvonÃ¡s zenÃ©jÃ©t jelenleg nem ismerjÃ¼k.
	festivalcity.hu /btf2004/?k=opera&l=en

	Holidays in Hungary
		The main demands of Hungarians were: freedom of the press, and the establishing of a Hungarian
		bank, a Hungarian army, and the withdrawal of foreign military presence from the country.
		generals of the Hungarian revolutionary army and of 5 civilian leaders of the short-lived independent Hungary.
	www.filolog.com /crosscultureHolidays.html

	Opera: Budapest, Opera house in Budapest
		Unlike other opera houses, the second and third rows of seating in each box are not elevated, so your view will be obstructed by those sitting in front of you.
		If you cannot catch one of the wonderful opera, ballet, or other performances and you're interested in getting further information about the Opera House, you may learn about the approximately 120 year history of this marvellous building, some of its performances and the architectural inspiration in course of an informative tour.
		The main season in the Opera House lasts from September to the middle of June and includes over 50 major productions, many of which are familiar to foreign opera lovers as well.
	www.szallodacentrum.hu /information/opera.EN.php

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		Hungarian-Canadian Charity Opera Gala at the Hungarian State Opera, November 11, 2004.
		Since 1991, Friends of the Opera Foundation organise an international charity gala honouring a different country each year: in 2004, Canada was in the spotlight.
		Organised by the Budapest Friends of the Opera Foundation, it succeeded in raising funds to support young and retired opera singers.
	www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca /canadaeuropa/hungary/menu-en.asp?act=v&mid=26&cat=695&did=2155

	Bikini Hangout® :: FYI : Travel : Hungarian Festivals Offer Travelers Variety
		At Europe's New Year's Eve Gala and Ball in the Opera House, guest stars from abroad and artists from the Hungarian State Opera House are featured along with a feast created by chefs from the world-famous Gundel restaurant.
		In August, as part of the Summer Opera and Ballet Festival, the elegant Hungarian State Opera House schedules galas in both the operatic and classical disciplines.
		For opera lovers, the Miskolc International Opera Festival in June features guest artists who regularly perform at the New York Metropolitan Opera House, Covent Garden, La Scala and the Bolshoi.
	www.bikinihangout.com /community?m=show&id=127

	Opera House - QUATRA Incoming Travel Agency (Budapest, Hungary)
		The Hungarian State Opera House, located on Andrássy út, which leads to Heroes' Square, is one of the grandest buildings in Hungary.
		For the grand opening of the Opera in September 1884 the conductor was Ferenc Erkel, the institution's first musical director and the creator of several operas with Hungarian national themes.
		Glittering in its original brilliance, the Opera House reopened on 27 September 1984, the exact centenary of its original opening.
	www.viajeahungria.com /english/hungary/opera.htm

	Magyar Állami Operaház (Hungarian State Opera House) Bar/Club Review Budapest Frommers.com
		Hungarians adore opera, and a large percentage of seats are sold on a subscription basis; buy your tickets a few days ahead of time if you can.
		Completed in 1884, the Opera House is the crowning achievement of the famous Hungarian architect Miklós Ybl.
		Guided tours of the Opera House leave daily at 3 and 4pm; the cost is 2,000 Ft ($9).
	208.215.179.125 /destinations/budapest/N25505.html

	Recent Opera Round-up
		The Hungarian State Opera, on Budapest's Andrassy Street, home to the first underground Metro system in continental Europe (predating even Paris), was quick off the mark to stage Britten's Peter Grimes after its première at London's Sadler's Wells.
		The 30-year old rising Budapest director Balazs Kovalik's new production, staged in Hungarian and the first fresh staging since that original première, moves onto new ground and proves a far cry from the statuesque opera productions that are still a feature of some East European opera houses.
		The State Opera House orchestra's string playing, not just for the half-dozen sea interludes, but throughout, was out of this world.
	www.mvdaily.com /articles/2000/04/orgrimes.htm

	Hungarian Dance Academy
		Ballet director of the Hungarian State Opera House 1985/1986, Ballet director of the Santiago Opera House 1989-1992, Head ballet master of the Royal Swedish Ballet from 1994, Guest ballet master of the Cullberg Ballet 1994/1995, Ballet master of the North Carolina University for the Arts since 1993.
		She was a dancer of the Hungarian State Opera House since 1973, solo artist since 1975.
		Graduated as a ballet dancer from the State Ballet Institute in 1983 and became a member of the Hungarian State Opera House.
	www.mtf.hu /cgi-bin/mtf/mtfpage?ourteachers

	Herend Herald
		The Opera is one of the Hungarian capital ’s unforgettable buildings and the scene of unforgettable performances.
		In 1837, she joined the new Pest Hungarian Theatre (renamed the National in 1840), where opera was sung regularly in Hungarian for the first time.
		That is the supreme experience: to sit in one of Europe ’s loveliest opera houses and enjoy a performance of the highest European standard incidentally, for a fraction of what it would cost in London, New York, Sydney or Buenos Aires.
	www.herendherald.hu /008/eng/epuletek.htm

	Al-Ahram Weekly Bye-bye Budapest, hello Aida
		Gala for the 10th Anniversary of the Cairo Opera House; Cairo Symphony Orchestra and Choir of the Hungarian State Opera House; Miklos Szalay, choir master; Mostafa Nagui and Ahmed El-Saedi, conductors; Main Hall, Cairo Opera House; 10 October
		The real opera Aida came out here in Egypt in 1871 and five years later, in 1876 at Bayreuth, Wagner's Ring was first performed, an event which disturbed Verdi profoundly.
		Back home in town is one of the most beautiful, generous, giving opera houses in the world -- the Cairo Opera House.
	weekly.ahram.org.eg /1998/399/cu1.htm

	Magyar Állami Operaház (Hungarian State Opera House) Museum/Attraction Review Budapest Frommers.com
		Completed in 1884, the Opera House, on Pest's elegant Andrássy út, is the crowning achievement of famous Hungarian architect Miklós Ybl.
		Budapest's most celebrated performance hall, the opera house boasts a fantastically ornate interior featuring frescoes by two of the best-known Hungarian artists of the day, Bertalan Székely and Károly Lotz.
		Home to both the State Opera and the State Ballet, the Opera House has a rich and evocative history, which is related on the guided tours given daily at 3 and 4pm (these can be arranged in English).
	www.frommers.com /destinations/budapest/A25872.html

	Budapest Opera
		Rather, that Hungarians are a cultured bunch who, by and large, have not yet succumb to the western ideal that going to a classical recital is a 'fairly extravagant' thing to do.
		The other major venue for opera and ballet in Budapest, the Színház is neither as grand or atmospheric as the State Opera House.
		A royal box in the majestic State Opera House for instance costs the princely sum of £25, while the cheapest seats start at only £5.
	www.talkingcities.co.uk /budapest_pages/entertainment_opera.htm

	Gyõr Philharmonic Orchestra
		He was brought up in a musical family with his mother Mária Érsek being a repetiteur in the Hungarian State Opera House and his foster-father Lajos Katona a soloist.
		In 1960, he auditioned successfully and joined the Hungarian State Symphonic Orchestra where he was a timpanist for 9 years.
		Between 1987 and 1996, he was the artistic director at the symphonic orchestras of the Hungarian Post Office and the telecommunications company MATÁV. From September 1, 1997, he has been the Principal Conductor of the Gyõr Philharmonic Orchestra.
	www.hungorchestras.com /english/e_gyori_f.htm

	Hungary Tourism Board, Hungarian travel Budapest vacation information
		The colossal Hungarian State Opera House has been the center of Hungarian musical life since 1884.
		The Hungarian National Museum is the finest monument of Hungarian Classical architecture.
		The Vajdahunyad Castle houses the Hungarian Agricultural Museum.
	www.gotohungary.com /regions

	Budapest Week Online
		Viewing the list of actors currently performing at the Opera House, it is impressive to discover that most of them are, in fact, Hungarian, despite their remarkable handling and pronunciation of Italian (and German on Wagner's nights).
		Built by Hungarian artists, masters and firms, the artistically impressive Palace - adorned with gold, marble, crystal, and Renaissance ceiling frescos - was considered, at the time, to be Europe's most modern opera house.
		After nine years of planning and construction, the grand Hungarian State Opera House was completed in 1884, and was designed by Hungarian architect Miklós Ybl.
	www.budapestweek.com /newsites/performance/performance03.html

	Concert Halls of the World
		One of three opera houses in Berlin, the Deutsche Oper is in the Charlottenburg district in former West Berlin.
		Facing the opera house, the New York City Theater is on the left, Avery Fisher Hall, the home of the NY Philharmonic on the right.
		Together with the Vienna State Opera and the Musikverein the Wiener Konzerthaus is one of the most important institutions of the international music scene.
	haydnphil.org /en/newsletter/hallwrld.htm

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