opera house

American  

noun

1. a theater devoted chiefly to operas.

2. Older Use. a theater, especially a large, ornate one.

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opera house British  

noun

1. a theatre designed for opera

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Etymology

Origin of opera house

First recorded in 1710–20

Example Sentences

That November evening at the opera house, Huang was in a festive mood.

From The Wall Street Journal

The man behind "Jaws" and "Saving Private Ryan" told a South by Southwest audience in Austin, Texas that communal artistic experiences — from cinema to the opera house — must be preserved.

From Barron's

Though Chalamet’s comments had ballet dancers’ tutus in a twist, numerous dance companies and opera houses saw the scandal as an opportunity.

From Los Angeles Times

Several esteemed opera houses, ballet companies and artists working within these spaces publicly lambasted Chalamet’s comments.

From Salon

The actor's comments have drawn criticism from stage stars, opera houses and ballet companies - but some saw his words as a promotional opportunity.

From BBC

Related Words

• concert hall
• music hall
• opera