I've read several threads on this topic but I still would like to hear some more opinions. We've got tickets for the Magic Flute(seats in the second balcony) at the Volksoper and I'm wondering whether I can wear casual clothes. We don't have any room in our suitcase for one time fancy outfits. For me(the wife), I was thinking along the lines of dark, tailored jeans with a dressy top and shoes. When we were in Budapest a couple of years ago, we got last minute (unplanned) tickets to the Opera in the orchestra and sat next to couples in full formal evening attire (we wore our casual clothes).
I read that the Staatsoper is much more formal but we'll probably be sitting among all the other tourists at the Volksoper.
Thanks.
Posted by
Green Bay
20143 posts
Just wear the nicest clothes you have and you'll be alright.
Posted by
Vienna, Austria
5399 posts
You'll be fine in your more casual clothes. Tourists actually don't often find their way to the Volksoper, so you'll be among locals.
Posted by
New York
1203 posts
I just went last Monday night to the Volksoper. It was wonderful. I wore black pants and a sheer white blouse. Wear a nice pair of pants and a blouse. Don't worry about what your wearing. It will be fine to wear a dressy top and shoes and jeans if that is all you have. No one is looking, just enjoying the opera.
Posted by
OP
Tel Aviv
15 posts
We went and enjoyed the opera. We sat in the upper balcony and most people were dressed quite casually. From looking down at the orchestra seats, I saw more women in skirts/dresses and men in jackets. It was in general a relaxed atmosphere and as long as you look presentable, it's OK.