Festspielhaus Baden-Baden facts for kids
Festspielhaus Baden-Baden
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| Former names | Baden-Baden central railway station |
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| Address | Beim Alten Bahnhof 2 |
| Location | Baden-Baden, Germany |
| Coordinates | 48°46′01″N 8°13′56″E / 48.76694°N 8.23222°E |
| Type | Concert hall |
| Genre(s) | Opera, music |
| Capacity | 2,500 |
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| Built | 1904 |
| Opened | 18 April 1998 |
| Architect | Wilhelm Holzbauer |
The Festspielhaus Baden-Baden is a very special building in Baden-Baden, Germany. It is the largest opera and concert hall in the whole country. This amazing place can hold 2,500 people at once!
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What is the Festspielhaus?
The Festspielhaus is a big center for music and performances. People come here to enjoy opera shows and live concerts. It is known for its excellent sound and beautiful design.
From Train Station to Concert Hall
Did you know this famous building was once a train station? It was first built in 1904. For many years, it served as the main railway station for Baden-Baden. Trains would arrive and depart from here.
The original train station was even older, built in 1845. It was part of a smaller train line that connected the city center to a bigger station outside town. The Festspielhaus building worked as a train station until 1977. That's when the train line closed down.
A New Beginning
After the train line closed, the old station building got a new purpose. It was turned into the grand concert hall we see today. The famous architect Wilhelm Holzbauer from Vienna designed the new parts. He made sure the new building blended well with the old train station.
The Festspielhaus officially opened its doors on April 18, 1998. Today, the building includes more than just the concert hall. It has the ticket office, a restaurant called Aida, and even a special music area for kids. This children's space is called Toccarion. It is supported by the Sigmund Kiener Foundation.
The Festspielhaus is also special because it was the first opera and concert company in Europe to be funded by private money. This means it didn't rely on government money to get started.
Music and Awards
The Festspielhaus is a very important place for music. From 2003 to 2015, the Festspielhaus Baden-Baden Cultural Foundation gave out an award. It was called the Herbert von Karajan Music Prize. This prize honored great musicians.
See also
In Spanish: Festspielhaus Baden-Baden para niños
