Due to the unique roof size and design, it is capable of collecting rainwater- approximately 60,000 gallons can be stored annually and used to maintain the opera grounds!Īrt & History: In 1956 John Crosby designed the Opera house, primarily with the goal to give American singers the opportunity to learn and perform new roles while having ample time for rehearsal and preparation, its first season opened on July 3, 1957. The “shape of the sound” inspired the roof concept has curves that follow the acoustic reflections of sound from stage to audience. The current theatre opened in 1998 and combines a total area 26,615 square feet of sweeping stage and mezzanine roofs which have a clerestory joining the two roofs. Presenting a panorama of breathtaking background scenery, the Jemez Mountains to the west and Sangre de Cristo Mountains to the east create a one-of-a-kind night “performance” of their own.
It’s widely recognized for blending contemporary design aesthetics with traditional building materials. Less than 7 miles north of Pueblo Bonito B&B in downtown Santa Fe, this striking, state-of-the-art, open-air theater theatre has won several design awards. So many reason to take advantage of this “Santa Fe must do“, here are a few!Īrchitecture: The SF Opera is admired for its blend of traditional Southwestern style and elegance. Only in New Mexico… Only at the Santa Fe Opera! Combine an incredible facility, setting, riveting 2018 performance schedule and Pueblo Bonito Inn- Santa Fe’s extremely convenient location and affordability- who wouldn’t indulge in a world renown cultural event like the Santa Fe Opera? Highly recommended to New Mexico travelers staying at Pueblo Bonito Inn- Santa Fe in June, July or August.
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