Theater Festival Lower Austria Exactly 225,013 visitors were recorded this summer. On the occasion of the 30th anniversary, 488 shows were presented in 20 venues.
President Christina Springer Speaking about the result in Thursday's broadcast, he said: “All the participants put their heart and soul into their theatrical work, and of course it is especially nice when we are rewarded generously for the benefit of our audience.”
The programme from mid-June to early September included 24 premieres in the fields of opera, operetta, musicals and plays. There were also six productions for young people.
182,042 visitors watched the main shows at the 20 venues, meaning an occupancy rate of 86.8 percent. There were 24 additional shows and four cancellations were counted. According to the broadcast, 29,978 people were welcomed to the “Children's Theatre Festival” (occupancy rate: 84.6 percent). Supporting programs on the stages were attended by 12,993 people.
“The intense passion for theatre, which can be felt in every performance, inspires our audience and is reflected in the excellent use of our capabilities – a clear sign of the great appreciation of our cultural scene,” he said. State Governor Johanna Mikl-Leitner (ÖVP).
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