Greek National Opera Virtual Premieres
Client:
Greek National Opera
Solution:
Audiovisual & Broadcast
Industry:
Theaters, Music & Conference Halls
Country:
Greece
Project Summary
Between 2014 and 2015, Telmaco implemented a complete digital production and streaming system for the Greek National Opera (GNO). The turnkey project included design, installation, configuration, and training for advanced audio, video, recording, editing, and live/on-demand distribution. The system enabled GNO to expand its cultural presence online, attract new audiences, and prepare for relocation to its new home at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center (SNFCC).
4
Robotic HD Cameras
15
Large Signage Displays
3
Interactive Boards Installed
2015
Completion Year
The Outcome
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Overview
GNO sought to modernize its operations with a digital platform that could capture, produce, and distribute opera performances both live and on-demand. Funded by the EU “Digital Convergence” program and national resources, the project provided new cultural and technological capabilities, from streaming and subtitling to content portals and audience interactivity.
The Challenge
Modernizing opera production for the digital era.
Integrating live recording, editing, and streaming into a single workflow.
Ensuring reliability and broadcast-quality for world-class productions.
Enabling audience interaction and multilingual subtitling.
Preparing systems for relocation to the new SNFCC venue.
The Solution
A comprehensive digital production and distribution platform.
Recording & Production
4 robotic HD cameras, digital audio consoles, microphones, video editing, and subtitling systems.
Information Delivery
15 large displays and 3 interactive boards with custom applications and audience feedback tools.
Streaming Audio
16TB storage and automation system for internal and web-based audio streaming.
Portal Integration
Dedicated portal for audio, video, and metadata access, with trailers and full productions under user rights.
Interoperability
Synchronization between production and portal systems for efficient content management.
Economic Viability Study
Research on expanding opera access across Greece with recorded performance playouts.
Theater Equipment
Projection systems, professional screens, and supporting stage equipment.
Tailored Services
Recording and production with robotic HD cameras and subtitling.
Large signage displays and interactive boards for audience engagement.
Centralized system integration and interoperability between subsystems.
Turnkey delivery including networking, power, wiring, and commissioning.
On-site training and operational support for GNO staff.
