Not only Paris, Milan, or Vienna can boast magnificent opera houses with a rich history. The Bulgarian city of Varna houses the opera house, which was founded at the beginning of the 20th century and became a merger of the old theater and the Philharmonic Society.

The foundation of the building was laid in 1912. Unfortunately, the Balkan Wars postponed its construction and opening for several years. It became possible to listen to opera in Varna only in 1932. Later, a ballet was formed, which started successfully toured Austria, Germany, and Switzerland, as well as Greece, India, and Egypt. The director and conductor of the Varna Public Opera House was the guest Bulgarian singer and professor at the Sofia Music Academy, Peter Raichev, who also repeatedly appeared on stages of the Bolshoi Theater in Moscow and the Teatro di San Carlo in Naples. The outstanding choreographer Assen Manolov directed the ballet performances.

Alongside the history of the Varna Public Opera House, the history of the Philharmonic Society was born. In 1913, the first symphony orchestra was founded. Under the tactful guidance of the talented Bulgarian conductor Assen Naidenov, the amateur orchestra quickly gained public recognition not only in its native Bulgaria but also in other European countries. Just a few years after the opening of the Varna Philharmonic, the Naidenov's Orchestra participated in all prestigious competitions and festivals, toured such countries as France, Italy, Austria, and Russia, and recorded many concerts for the national Bulgarian radio and TV.

In 1999, there was a significant event in the life of the Varna Public Opera House and Symphony Orchestra. These two musical giants have united into a single opera in Varna under the common roof of a magnificent architectural monument built in the Empire style. Today, the Varna Opera Theater is considered one of the most beautiful city attractions. It is a permanent venue for gala concerts, musicals, and operettas, along with classical opera and ballet performances.