Federal Theatre (Austria)


The Federal Theatre is the umbrella organisation for all state-run theatres in Austria, including the Vienna State Opera, the Vienna Volksoper and the Burgtheater, the Vienna State Ballet and organisational companies. With 2,500 employees, it is argued to be the largest theatrical concern in the world.

History

Before 1971

Bundestheaterverwaltung (1971-1999)

Bundestheater-Holding (1999-present)

Organisation and Aims