Theater an der Wien
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The Theater an der Wien is a historic theater in Vienna, Austria, built between 1789 and 1801. It holds significant musical importance, having hosted premieres of major works. Mozart conducted the first performance of The Magic Flute in its predecessor in 1791, and Beethoven's Fidelio premiered in the newly constructed theater in 1805. It was also a venue for 19th-century operetta composers. The municipality purchased the theater in 1962, restored it, and now operates it as an orchestra hall. During World War II, the Vienna State Opera building was destroyed, and performances were temporarily held at the Theater an der Wien before its reconstruction.12
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