National Theatre of Oportia
The National Theatre of Oportia (Alexandrian: Théâtre National d'Oportie) is the premier performing arts venue in Oportia, located on the Avenue de l'Indépendance d'Oportie in the capital city of Vanie. Established in 1715 AN by decree of the Federal Representative Cesar Andre, the theatre serves as the home of the Oportian National Ballet, the Oportian National Opera, and the Oportian National Theatre Company.
The neoclassical building, designed by architect Jacques-Germain Soufflot (who also designed the Oportian National Pantheon), features an elegant façade with tall, elegant columns and a grand portico. The theatre's main auditorium, known as the Salle des Muses (Hall of the Muses), has a seating capacity of 1,800 and is renowned for its exquisite acoustics and opulent décor, which includes a magnificent crystal chandelier and frescoes depicting scenes from the history of the Euran continent, including the famous "L'Auto-immolation du Babkha" by Henri Mansour.
The theatre's repertoire encompasses a wide range of classical and contemporary works, including the celebrated Oportian epic ballet "La Légende de Norodom" and the patriotic opera "Le Triomphe de la Liberté." The National Theatre also hosts the annual Oportian National Theatre Festival, which showcases the best of Oportian drama, music, and dance, attracting performers and audiences from across the nation and beyond.
