Where is the best place to sit in the Grand Opera House Belfast?
The seats nearest this Door are: Row N 22 -25; Row L27 – 30; Row K30 – 33. If you can negotiate a limited number of steps we recommend choosing seats in the Ground Floor Stalls and First Floor Grand Circle.
What type of stage does the grand opera house have?
Proscenium 12m (39ft 8in), stage depth 13.71m (45ft), grid increased to 18.28m (60ft) from 15.84m (52ft). Large, new orchestra pit, the sharp single radius curve of the orchestra rail providing the only slightly jarring note in this superb auditorium.
What time does the Opera House box office open?
9am – 5pm
Box office enquiries 9am – 5pm or later if a performance is scheduled.
How old is the Grand Opera House Belfast?
127Grand Opera House / Age (c. 1895)
How many seats does the Grand Opera House Belfast have?
1,063Grand Opera House / Capacity
What is meant by the term grand opera?
Definition of grand opera : opera in which the plot is serious or tragic and the entire text is set to music.
How many seats are in the Grand Opera House Belfast?
Who owns York Grand Opera House?
the Ambassador Theatre Group
The theatre is operated as part of the Ambassador Theatre Group. It plays host to touring productions of plays, musicals, opera and ballet, one-off performances by comedians, and other theatrical and musical events. The theatre has been designated a Grade II listed building by English Heritage.
Do I have to wear a mask at the Opera House?
Advice for patrons and visitors attending the Opera House The health, safety and wellbeing of everyone at the Opera House is always our top priority. Face masks are required for patrons aged 12 years and over while inside our foyers and theatres, unless lawfully exempt.
Can you bring food into Opera House?
We strongly encourage patrons to leave bags at home and to avoid bringing any large items to the Opera House (anything larger than an A4 sheet of paper) to avoid delays. Cloaking is at the discretion of Opera House venue security staff and all items will be visually inspected.
What is the Matcham auditorium?
Our Matcham Auditorium is a traditional Victorian theatre complete with red velvet seats, curtains and even a couple of Royal boxes (although, if we are honest, it’s rare that Her Majesty pops by). This beautiful and ornate auditorium holds 499 people.