The Kungliga Teatern (“Royal Theatre”) or Royal Swedish Opera is the national stage for opera in Sweden. The building lies in the center of Stockholm, on the eastern side of Gustav Adolfs torg. The opera company was founded by King Gustav III and its first performance, “Thetis and Phelée” with Carl Stenborg and Elisabeth Olin, was given on January 18, 1773; this was the first native speaking opera performed in Sweden. But the first opera house was not opened until 1782 and served for a century before being replaced at the end of the 19th century. Both houses were officially called the “Royal Opera”, however the terms “The Gustavian Opera” and “The Oscarian Opera”, or the “Old” and “New” Opera are used when distinction is needed. Stockholm sightseeing tours.
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Dear sirs,
I have been into operasweden and found several sites to visit, however when going into them and trying to find out what is on in Stockholm I am unable to find any programme information as i wish to visit in October this year. Can you please send me the sites to visit in order for me to book?
Thankyou.
regards
robin carter.
when more I read about Sweden I have more desire to go!!!
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