Ukraine’s opera house in Kiev, named after Taras Shevchenko, is formally called the Taras Shevchenko Ukrainian National Opera House. Established in 1867, it was initially called the City Theatre.
As
with many opera houses around the world, Kiev’s opera house has had its fair
share of history. On February 2, 1896, the City Theatre collapsed in flames,
burnt to the ground as a result of a candle in the theatre. Afterwards, an international
design competition was announced and Victor Schroter had the winning proposal. Built
in neo-Renaissance style with additions, he redesigned the interior to include
a classical style. Located in the centre of the city, Kievers, or Kievans, have
easy access to the grand house and its many internationally renowned artists. The
stage is said to be one of the largest in Europe. In September 1901 it was
re-opened. Ten years later, in September 1911, Dmitry Bogrov killed Prime
Minister Pyotr Stolypin during intermission.
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