Oper Leipzig and Leipzig Gewandhausorchester Are Amongst the Oldest In the World: Leipzig can trace its opera history back to 1693 when the first Oper Leipzig was established, making it the third oldest opera house after La Fenice in Venice and the Hamburg State Opera. With the opening of the Neues Theater (New Theatre) on Augustusplatz in 1868, this became the base for Leipzig opera and drama performances. Some of the eminent conductors who performed here have included Arthur Seidl, … [Read more...]