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The Bolshoi Theater was built as one of the Imperial Theaters of Russia and is home to the world’s biggest and best-known ballet company, the Bolshoi Ballet. You can book tickets to an opera, concert, or ballet, or take a behind-the-scenes tour with an expert guide to learn more about its unique history.

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View from the stands of the Bolshoi Theater | Flickr: Andrey Filippov CC-BY 2.0

Bolshoi Theater: A must See Sight in Moscow

The Bolshoi Theater is located next to its little sister, the Maly Theater, and its neoclassical architecture graces the 100-ruble banknote.

Auditorium of the Bolshoi Theater | Flickr: Andrey Filippov CC-BY 2.0

The main building dates back to 1856, a more modern and newer stage is also located in an annex. Operas and ballets are performed on both stages, so it is important to note in advance when booking where exactly the desired event will take place. Smaller concerts are also held in the Beethoven Hall near the entrance to the Bolshoi Theater.

Tours

On-site guided tours of the Bolshoi Theater, which highlight the fascinating history of the venerable house, last just over an hour and are limited to a maximum group size of 20 participants. Tickets, which can be booked online, are also available for smaller group sizes as part of private tours.

Bolshoi Ballet | Flickr: Dr. Alexey Yakovlev CC-BY-SA 2.0

The Bolshoi Ballet: One of the Oldest Companies in the World

The roots of the Bolshoi Ballet date back to 1776. Currently, the troupe is also the world's largest with 200 dancers and premiered several ballets.

Bolshoi Theatre | Flickr: Andrey Filippov CC-BY 2.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Are children allowed to go to the opera or ballet?

Children 5 years and older may be taken to matinée events at the Bolshoi Theater. Attendance at evening events is allowed only to children over the age of 10. Read more.

Can I take pictures or film in the Bolshoi Theater?

Taking pictures or video recordings is not allowed in the Bolshoi Theater. Read more.

General information

opening hours

For information about concerts and performances, please check the official website. Theater tours take plan in Russian and English on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Tours in Russian begin at 11 am, tours in English begin at 11.30 am. Tours may be canceled if the theater is closed for rehearsals or performances.

address

Bolshoi Theater
Theater Square 1
Moscow
Russia 125009

tickets

Tickets for a tour of the Bolshoi Theater cost RUB 2,000 and can be purchased online or from Entrance 12 of the Historic Stage. Tickets for Russian visitors cost RUB 1500 for adults or RUB 500 for visitors over retirement age, school children, and university students. Tickets for performances are individually priced depending on the date and seats chosen.

how to get there

The easiest way to travel to the Bolshoi Theater is to take the Zamoskvoretskaya line metro to Teatralnaya (Bolshoi Theater exit) or the Sokolnicheskaya line to Okhotnyi ryad (Theater Square exit).

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