Ronacher [Vienna, AT]
Ronacher
Theatre building in Vienna, Austria
theater in Wenen, Oostenrijk
Built 1887-1888 as Concert- und Ballhaus Ronacher by Ferdinand Fellner & Hermann Helmer replacing the remains of the Stadttheater (built 1871-1872, destroyed by a fire on 16 May 1884), while preserving the original façade. The complex inlcuded a variety theatre and a hotel. Named after the theatre's director, Anton Ronacher. Also known as Etablissement Ronacher or simply Ronacher. 1945-1955 used as an interim home to the Burgtheater drama company. 1955-1960 again used as a variety theatre. 1960-1976 used as a TV studio by ORF. Closed 1976. Re-opened 1986 with Cagliostro in Wien. Subsequently used for various performances during the Wiener Festwochen festival. Since 1987 operated by Vereinigte Bühnen Wien. 1988-1990 used for musical and opera performances. 1990-1993 major renovation. 1993-1997 used as a variety and revue theatre. Since 1997, used for various theatre and musical performances. 1037 seats.
Opened September 15, 1872. Burnt at 4.30 p.m. Cause of fire unknown. Nothing saved. Several people injured.