{"id":1254,"date":"2026-05-15T08:32:09","date_gmt":"2026-05-15T06:32:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ameliecph.dk\/the-opera\/"},"modified":"2026-06-17T13:24:09","modified_gmt":"2026-06-17T11:24:09","slug":"the-opera","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ameliecph.dk\/en\/about-amelie-at-the-opera\/the-opera\/","title":{"rendered":"The Opera"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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The Royal Danish Opera has become a landmark of Copenhagen and is regarded as a symbol of the city\u2019s rich cultural life. At the same time, the building is renowned for its distinctive architecture and decoration. <\/p>

One of the first things to catch the eye as you move around the Opera is the beautiful, golden maple shell which, like an enormous floating dome, welcomes guests in the Opera\u2019s foyer. Behind it, the stage is concealed. In addition, the Opera House offers an unparalleled view of Copenhagen, looking out over the harbour, the city\u2019s towers and Amalienborg. In this way, the opera building forms a striking endpoint to the axis that runs from the Marble Church through Amalienborg and Amalie Garden. <\/p>

Behind the spectacular building is the architect Henning Larsen, who designed the Opera\u2014and he considered every single detail of the 14-storey building. All elements in the auditorium, from the seat upholstery to the carvings on the rear wall, are carefully calibrated to provide the best possible acoustics. The Pavilion is designed to harmonise with its surroundings, and the roof is clad in copper which, over time, will develop a beautiful patina while creating architectural synergy with the listed bridge watchmen\u2019s houses at Knippelsbro, Langebro and Sj\u00e6llandsbro. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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AM\u00c9lie IS A MODERN DANISH BRASSERIE OF THE HIGHEST CALIBRE <\/span><\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Behind the beautiful decoration in the Opera are some of Denmark\u2019s greatest artists. In the opera house foyer stand four bronze reliefs created by Per Kirkeby, one of our time\u2019s great international sculptors. The Opera\u2019s logo, found both in the foyer floor and on the stage curtain, was created by the artist Per Arnoldi, and then there are the glittering light domes hanging from the ceiling, creating star-like reflections throughout the building. The light domes were created by the Danish-Icelandic artist Olafur Eliasson. <\/p>

The restaurant itself, Almanak in the Opera, opened its doors in August 2021 after an extensive renovation by Henning Larsen\u2019s studio. The interior features warm tones of saddle leather and oak, complementing the Opera\u2019s beautiful maple woodwork. The saddle-leather and oak furniture is from the sustainable brand Mater. The restaurant offers seating and lounge areas where you can enjoy the Opera\u2019s beautiful interior, with views of the floating dome and Olafur Eliasson\u2019s glittering light domes. The spectacular view over the harbour makes Almanak in the Opera ideal for dinner in Copenhagen or lunch with a view. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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The Opera \u2013 the story in brief:<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The Opera is one of Copenhagen\u2019s most iconic buildings and is regarded as a symbol of the city\u2019s rich cultural life. Whether you are an opera lover or not, the building is well worth a visit. The architecture, decoration and magnificent view over Copenhagen\u2019s harbour and Amalienborg make it a truly special experience. There is also much to enjoy gastronomically. Combine your visit with Almanak in the Opera\u2019s modern Danish cuisine, where the season\u2019s finest Danish ingredients are beautifully presented for lunch and dinner. <\/p>

The Opera on Dok\u00f8en was inaugurated on 15 January 2005 and is a gift to the Danish people from the A.P. M\u00f8ller and Chastine Mc-Kinney M\u00f8ller Foundation. The building is home to Denmark\u2019s largest opera and ballet productions and is part of the Royal Danish Theatre. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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The Opera had a conflict-ridden birth<\/h5>

With more than 41,000 square metres and 1,000 rooms, the Opera is one of Denmark\u2019s largest buildings. It was designed by the renowned architect Henning Larsen, who began construction in 2001. By the end of 2004, the spectacular structure was already completed. <\/p>

However, the magnificent building did not come into being without conflict. Henning Larsen was close to withdrawing from the project in 2002 in protest at M\u00e6rsk Mc-Kinney M\u00f8ller\u2019s interference. Fortunately, it ended with Henning Larsen completing the magnificent building. <\/p>

The Opera is decorated by leading Danish artists<\/h5>

The decoration in the Opera is truly special. A number of well-known Danish artists are behind it, for example the internationally acclaimed sculptor Per Kirkeby, whose four bronze reliefs adorn the base of the stage area. All four reliefs depict beams, earth, mud and feet peeking out, as if they were four people buried alive. Visual artist Per Arnoldi was responsible for the Opera\u2019s colour scheme and the decoration of the stage curtain and foyer, both of which feature the Opera\u2019s logo with two O\u2019s interwoven. The Danish-Icelandic artist Olafur Eliasson created the Opera\u2019s three illuminated glass domes hanging in the foyer. Each measures three metres in diameter and is fitted with 8,000 mirrors and 300 lamps. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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