Opera Comique (Oslo)

[1] Its first major production was Tannhäuser with tenor Erling Krogh in the starring role.

Construction on the building at Stortingsgata 16 started in 1917 to create a business venue with a stage.

[3] The opening performance at the opera took place on November 30, 1918.

Benno Singer, the director at Tivoli, established and managed the opera after the decision was made on the venue's use.

[5] His wife, the coloratura soprano, Maria Yavor (1889–1976), also appeared at the opera.

The Opera Comique in 1918
Alexander Varnay (1889–1924) was the opera's artistic director.