Opéra-Théâtre de Metz Métropole
| Opéra-Théâtre de Metz Métropole | |
|---|---|
Exterior of the Opéra-Théâtre de Metz Métropole | |
| Alternative names | Opéra-Théâtre de Metz, Metz Opera |
| General information | |
| Type | Opera house |
| Architectural style | Neo-Classical |
| Location | Place de la Comédie, Metz, France |
| Coordinates | 49°7′18″N 6°10′22″E / 49.12167°N 6.17278°E |
| Construction started | 1732 |
| Inaugurated | 1752 |
| Owner | Communauté d’Agglomération de Metz Métropole |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect(s) | Jacques Oger |
| References | |
| Official website of the Opéra-Théatre de Metz Métropole | |
The Opéra-Théâtre de Metz Métropole (French pronunciation: [opeʁateɑtʁ də mɛs metʁɔpɔl]), also known as the Metz Opera, is a 750-seat opera house and theatre located on the Petit-Saulcy island in Metz, capital of the Lorraine region, France. It is the oldest opera house working in France and one of the oldest in Europe. It is also one of the last possessing its own costume atelier in France.