Slovak National Theatre
Slovak National Theatre
4.5
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 12:00 AM
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Reluctant Reviewer
London, UK61 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
It's important to note there are two buildings used by the National Theatre, the historic building and the new theatre. The historic building is prettier by far, but I prefer the new building to actually see a performance, as it has better sight lines. They are not close to each other, so make sure which building you have a ticket for!
Written December 25, 2023
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macedonboy
Glasgow, UK186,579 contributions
Oct 2019
The Slovak National Theatre is a building at the eastern end of Hviezdoslavovo square. This building is the oldest of a trio of buildings called national theatre. It’s a pretty looking Neo-Renaissance style building with an interesting entrance with a four column portico, supporting a balcony above it and topped with busts of composers appear the Muse of Thalia, the Muse of comedy and idyllic poetry. The building is beautifully lit up at night and it's worth visiting both day and night if you have the time.
Written October 22, 2019
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LancashirePieman
Lancashire95 contributions
Dec 2014 • Couples
Be aware there are two Natinal Thetares the Old and the New we visited the new loathed next to the Eurova piping centre. We went to see a performance of Rigoletto with superb seats at 35euro and drinks less then 2 euro this is a superb venue and it was an excellent performance.
Worth every cent and a jewel in Bratislavas crown.
Worth every cent and a jewel in Bratislavas crown.
Written December 30, 2014
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JennyL88
London, UK21 contributions
Nov 2014 • Business
It was really cheap to visit the opera so i thought why the hell not. My ticket was 14 euros and I had an amazing seat. Prosecco in the interval was 2 euros. I couldn't understand a word but it was a good experience.
Written November 3, 2014
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dbottomley
UK167 contributions
Jun 2013 • Couples
Went to see La Traviata last night and splashed out on the best seats in the house as they are only €30. Production was amazing for the price, excellent orchestra and one of the best sopranos I have ever heard. New theatre, good acoustic, comfy seats with plenty of leg room and a great view from every seat in the house. Enjoyed it so much that we have booked to go back tonight to see Othello.
Written June 11, 2013
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nantona
Kazanlak, Bulgaria1,019 contributions
Sep 2019
Slovak National Theatre is one of the most beautiful landmarks in old Bratislava. With baroque architecture, close to the Philharmonic, both cultural center of the capital.
Written January 2, 2020
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rodrigoelp
Sydney, Australia259 contributions
Feb 2017 • Couples
Visiting the square, my missus asked me if I wanted to sneak in the theatre to take a look at the building. Got close and there was a show going on and the organisers effectively asked us to go away, she explained that we were trying to get a feel of the building to decide if we wanted to come back for a show and they told us we had 4 minutes.
The building is gorgeous inside, definitely recommended to visit, and the acoustic was amazing. When they opened the doors I could hear some of the music collating outside and it resonated throughout the building. Then we had to leave.
Unfortunately, we had little time to appreciate the building but I want to come back to take a more detailed review.
I have checked many photos available in here and it does not transfer (the emotions) compared to what you see in the building. Is a sensation of nobility and luxury.
The building is gorgeous inside, definitely recommended to visit, and the acoustic was amazing. When they opened the doors I could hear some of the music collating outside and it resonated throughout the building. Then we had to leave.
Unfortunately, we had little time to appreciate the building but I want to come back to take a more detailed review.
I have checked many photos available in here and it does not transfer (the emotions) compared to what you see in the building. Is a sensation of nobility and luxury.
Written September 19, 2017
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Eva T
United Kingdom4,986 contributions
Nov 2016 • Couples
We visited this modern opera house near the river Danube and a busy shopping centre Eurovea, near the town centre, to see the opera La Traviata by Verdi. The building itself is amazing, in the front a fountain and plenty pictures and costumes inside. There is a good restaurant too. The performance itself (on 23rd Nov 2016) was wonderful and in original language - Italian. Violetta (L.Vargicova) was amazing as well as Amina (E.Seniglova) and Germont (S.Tolstov). The orchestra under the conductor R.Stur was playing perfectly. We bought a little brochure (therefore the names of the singers) which was in Slovak/English/German - great, with lot's of pictures. The auditorium is huge - I was told over 800 seats! and it was nearly full. The tickets are between Euro 8 to Euro 45.
Written December 12, 2016
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Kris J
Leicester, UK40 contributions
Dec 2014 • Couples
Lovely traditional theatre and performance was worth the visit. We paid 16 euro each for top tickets with Briatislava card. A memorable experience.
Written December 16, 2014
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bystrusa
Slovakia181 contributions
Aug 2014 • Friends
If you are visiting Bratislava in a theater season and you are a fan of opera or ballet, it maybe worthy to check out the Slovak National Theatre program of opera and ballet performances. The choice is very wide and full of well know masterpieces and the prices are very reasonable.
Written August 11, 2014
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is there a dress code for Opera performances?
i have bought tickets for Tosca and wondering
Written December 1, 2019
Hi, we are travelling to Bratislava in a couple of days, we would love to take in an opera. However we were wondering about dress code, we have smart trousers and shoes, shirts and smart jumpers but no suit jackets. Would this be okay?
Written February 11, 2018
There shouldn't be any trouble with smart casual.
You might feel a little underdressed for any late function as people do tend to have nice dresses but is going to be covered with winter clothes anyway ;)
Written February 13, 2018
Hi,
We will be in Bratislava on holiday from the UK and would like to see the ballet Sleeping Beauty at the modern theatre at 11am on Saturday 15th April. We have never been to a ballet (or opera or classical music concert) before and so it will all be new to us. I've looked at the seating plan to book tickets but am at a loss to know what are considered the "best" seats. I guess for a ballet it's important to be able to see the stage and the dancers well. Any suggestions most gratefully received.
Thanks for listening.
Gill Allard
Written February 24, 2017
Hi, I think the best is to buy ticket downstairs (ground floor) probably in the middle of rows VI to IX. In case you would like to have more gap for the feet there is like pass in front of row IV. I had seat in the first row when I was there - for opera it's great but to see the dancers properly it would be better, in my opinion, to have a seat a bit further from the stage.
I hope you will enjoy it, I saw some ballet production there before and they've been really good. If you will have time walk around the town, it's not too big but with lot of history and I and my husband enjoy every time we travel there to visit our friends.
Written February 25, 2017
We are planning to go to the ballet on Sunday night (28 Feb) and was wondering if there was a dress code please?
Written February 20, 2016
Smart casual would be acceptable - like dress pants and jacket for men and dress for women. No sneakers or jeans.
Written February 22, 2016
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