Theatre Jelgava / LV 1837 bis 1839

Site of the Mitau Theatre

Mitau formed part of the theatre network in which Wagner and Minna worked between Königsberg and Riga.

Place in the directory

This place is documented through the sources linked below.

01 / Why this place matters

First theatre years

Mitau extends Wagner’s Riga years into the regional theatre network in which Minna Planer also worked. Here he developed the Rienzi libretto further, showing that the opera did not emerge only in major cultural centres.

02 / Plan the visit

Jelgava

Always verify opening hours, tickets and accessibility directly with the operator.

Practical note

The historical connection is documented, but present-day access needs further checking before travel.

Relevant years: 1837 bis 1839
Type: Theatre
Story: First theatre years
Status: Research site

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04 / Sources and further reading

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01Wagner Riga route Open source ↗︎

05 / More places nearby or within this story

The route continues.

Bad Lauchstädt Goethe Theatre 1834 Magdeburg Site of Magdeburg's former municipal theatre 1834 bis 1836 Riga Riga Wagner House Wagner 1837 bis 1839