Ljubljanska operna hisa (Ljubljana Opera House), Ljubljana

In the 1890s, Ljubljana's nascent drama society found a home in what is now the Opera House, constructed in the Neo-Renaissance style by Czech architects. Reflecting its original purpose as a provincial theater, the facade is intricately adorned with depictions of comedy and tragedy, crafted by Slovenian sculptor Alojz Gangl, a graduate of the Academy of Fine Arts in Vienna.

In 1918, the theater expanded to include opera and ballet ensembles, as well as an orchestra, which gained international recognition post-World War II through tours and acclaimed performances abroad. Presently, the Opera House's ensembles deliver a diverse repertoire encompassing classical and contemporary operas, ballets, and concert pieces. With around 150 performances annually, both domestically and abroad, they collaborate with esteemed Slovenian and international artists and producers. Notable international co-productions in recent years include acclaimed works like "Faust", "Aida", "The Nymphs of the Rhine", and "The Love for Three Oranges", among others.