opera house

noun

1. a theater devoted chiefly to operas.
2. Older Use. a theater, especially a large, ornate one.

opera house

noun

1. a theatre designed for opera

Word History and Origins

Origin of opera house¹

First recorded in 1710–20

Example Sentences

The bulkiest and most elaborate productions typically require the space offered by an opera house's main theater, and operas often do provide spectacle on a grand scale.

From Salon

A tattooed skateboarder clattered over sidewalks, and a man sat on a bench in the shade, reading the Bible and taking notes near the opera house where the musical “Oklahoma” was playing.

From Los Angeles Times

Over the next few weeks, Calvin Harris is due to give a performance in Dubai’s harbour and Sophie Ellis-Bextor has a date at the opera house.

From BBC

Nor do we boast an actual opera house.

From Los Angeles Times

In 2002 he auditioned for the Metropolitan Opera’s Young Artist Program, which led to invitations from opera houses around the world.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• concert hall
• music hall
• opera