The Gala Dinner will take place on Thursday evening, August 31st in the elegant Marble Hall of the Vienna State Opera (Wiener Staatsoper) - one of the leading opera houses in the world. The hall owes its name to the marble wall mosaics by sculptor Heinz Leinfellner. The opera was built in 1869 and represents an architectural gem which dates from the era of Emperor Francis Joseph I. You can find more information about its rich history, impressive architecture and extensive cultural program portfolio here. The address of the Opera is Opernring 2, 1010, Vienna.
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