The Mariinsky Theatre is a very special theatre found in St Petersburg in Russia. The theatre is magnificent in architecture as well as holding amazing theatrical opera and beautiful ballet performances.
The theatre was first opened back in 1860 and has been the stage area of many world renowned opera and ballet performances. To put into perspective the importance of this building you only have to think of the names that have proved themselves through their performances in the Mariinsky Theatre such as Tchaikovsky and Mussorgsky.
Upon setting your eyes on the Mariinsky Theatre you are instantly inspired by its architectural magnificence. The theatre is huge in size and every aspect of the building was thought of in its design stage from the grand entrance with pillars above to the small dome adorned on top. The building is light green in colour broken by white surroundings.
The Mariinsky Theatre today is seen as one of the top theatres in the world and regularly holds world class opera and ballet shows that people from across the globe come and enjoy.
To many the theatre was off limits until the fall of communism as the iron curtain and its veil of secrecy were removed in the early 1990’s. Since this time the people of the west have been able to come to the Baltic nations, and most importantly Russia to enjoy her beauty. Whether you are visiting the metropolitan areas of Saint Petersburg and Moscow or venturing to the mysterious regions of the east such as Siberia, Russia has so much to offer you are sure to enjoy visiting this magnificent country.
Should you decide to visit Russia then ensure you get tickets to a show at the Mariinsky theatre as you will certainly enjoy the awe inspiring ballet and opera shows on offer. If you are unable to get tickets to a show then simply visit to enjoy the majestic aesthetic beauty of the Mariinsky Theatre and take a photo as a keep sake.
Ticket Prices:
Tickets £3-£9 (Around $5 to $12) for 3rd balcony seats
£50-£75 (Around $75 to $140) for orchestra
Address:
1 Teatralnaya Sq
St. Petersburg
Russia
Tel: 812 326 4141
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