La Scala Milan

Probably Milan's most famous building is the La Scala Milan, an opera building which was constructed in 1776 by the architect Giuseppe Piermarini. La Scala Milan was constructed in Santa Maria della Scala which was a church which dated back to 1381. Today La Scala Milan stands in all its glory after being rebuilt in 1946 after damage it sustained during World War II.

Among the many features in La Scala Milan include the wonderful exterior and even more impressive interior, La Scala's Ballte School, the theatre museum (Museo del Teatro) which has many fine exhibits which include paintings, ceramics and sculpture.

The accustomed opening night for the opera season is held on December 7th each year which coincides with the feast day of St Ambrogio who is also the patron saint of Milan. The theatre is in an amphitheatre shape and you have a while choice of tickets which include balconies, galleries and standing tickets.

La Scala Milan has room for 200 standing people ("loggione") and 2 balconies for which tickets go on sale thirty minutes before each performance. Tickets for performances can be purchased at the box office but be forewarned; a certain standard for attire is expected. Gentlemen must wear a jacket and tie and if you are going to attend a premier performance a dark suit must be worn. If you are going to see a premier or an opening night be prepared to pay more for your ticket.

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