Located in Old Town Prague, The Estate Theater is one of the most important buildings in the entire city, especially in relation to the history of music in the area. Built in the 18 th Century, this theater has played host to some of the top composers in the world and is famous for being the theater when Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart first opened Don Giovanni in October of 1787. The theater is a site to see even without a performance on the agenda as the exterior and interior are quite beautiful and its neoclassical design is quite rarely seen in European theaters. Most of the theaters of this style and time period have been destroyed, restored or changed over the years making this site a truly unique theater that is unlike any other in Europe.
The theater to this day hosts many dramas, ballets and operas and this sight was made famous to the world in the film Mozart, where the movie was shot right here for authenticity. Mozart is one of the most influential composers in music history and this is in fact the only theater left that he performed in making it a must see attraction for music history lovers. The stage here is so close to the audience whether you choose a floor seat or a seat in the surrounding balconies and one will be hard pressed to find a bad seat in this theater. Decorated in gold and blue the balcony seats exude elegance and are a symbol of class and have played host to the elite of society here in Prague for centuries. The building is particularly beautiful when viewed at night as the bright lights illuminated the ornately detailed façade of the building and all of the nooks and crannies of this building are put on display.
The pillared entry way lets you know that you have come to an important landmark here in Prague and works of art, marble floors and chandeliers stick with this theme of excellence. Entry to one of the many performances here can be somewhat expensive however it is quite a rare opportunity to see a performance in this theater that enjoys such a rich history. If you have the means, there is no question that viewing a show here will be an enjoyable and memorable experience and this is a must see attraction for music history lovers.
With its ideal location right next to Old Town Square many visitors choose to enjoy a full day of sightseeing before grabbing a nice meal and arriving at the theater for one of its acclaimed evening performances. From playwrights, poets, artists and composers of the past, to its current performers, this is an institution that is recognized as one of the top places for performance arts within the region and one that enjoys an unrivaled history. Come here with an open mind and learn about the rich history of this gorgeous theater and within no time you will feel as if you have been transported back in time.
