Zurich Opera House

The multi-award-winning Zürich Opera House enchants Switzerland’s culture-loving audiences with its stunning opera and dance productions.

Situated in the iconic Sechseläutenplatz, the opera house stands as one of Zürich's most famous landmarks. The opera house is home to Ballett Zürich, Opernhaus Zürich, and Philharmonia Zürich, earning international acclaim for its diverse and exceptional performances. From fresh choreographies by Christian Spuck and Cathy Marston to innovative interpretations of classic operas like ''Lucia di Lammermoor'' and ''Werther,'' Zürich Opera House consistently delivers visually captivating and high-caliber productions.

Full Performances

Christian Spuck’s award-winning ballet transforms and reimagines Schubert’s Winterreise song cycle.

Winterreise: Ballet by Christian Spuck

Ballet

Lucia has fallen in love with Edgardo, the mortal enemy of her brother. She is ultimately broken by her unrequited love and becomes a murderess.

Lucia di Lammermoor

Opera

This "Swan Lake" is a "Swan Lake" for our times capable of transporting the audience to another world.

Tchaikovsky: Swan Lake

Ballet