Description of the attraction
The Tyrolean Folk Theater is located in the heart of the Old Town of Innsbruck - it is directly adjacent to the Hofburg Imperial Palace. This imposing building catches the eye immediately with its vibrant golden color.
The first buildings where theatrical performances took place appeared on this site back in the 17th century. In 1629, one of the burgher's houses was converted into the House of Comedy, which later became the main theater at the court of Archduke Leopold. In 1654, a larger building was erected, called the court theater. It was located on the opposite side of the square from the modern theater building. However, in 1844 the court theater fell into complete disrepair, and it was decided to build a new, modernized building.
The modern Tyrolean folk theater was completed in 1846. Its main façade stands out in particular, the exterior of which is dominated by four columns of medium thickness that support the portal. The walls of the theater on the sides of these columns are decorated with figured niches and graceful bas-reliefs, but, in general, the exterior of the theater is more austere than lush. However, it should be noted that the theater was greatly increased in size and almost completely rebuilt in the 60s of the XX century.
Now the main auditorium of the theater seats 800 spectators, but in 1959 a small stage was opened, located in the basement floor of the building. It can accommodate only 250 people. The Tyrolean Folk Theater specializes mainly in operas, operettas, musicals, ballets and a variety of plays. One of the most famous productions of the Tyrolean Folk Theater is the play based on the famous novel by Leo Tolstoy "Anna Karenina", which won a special prize in 2015. And the musical numbers are already performed in the Tyrolean Symphony Orchestra.
