HERITAGE. Digital. Odesa Opera House
The project "HERITAGE. Digital. Odesa Opera House" is an initiative aimed at preserving the cultural heritage of the Odesa Opera House through its 3D digitization.
The project "HERITAGE. Digital. Odesa Opera House" is an initiative aimed at preserving the cultural heritage of the Odesa Opera House through its 3D digitization. With the financial support of the Ukrainian Cultural Foundation, the Skeiron team is creating detailed 3D models of the building, a virtual tour, and a digitized collection of the theater's museum and exhibition complex. This is a response to the risks associated with Russian aggression, as the theater building is located near port infrastructure that is constantly subject to missile strikes. The project is designed to make the heritage accessible to a wide audience, promote its popularization, and preserve it for future generations.
Project Objective:
- Preserve the theater building and its artistic heritage for future generations.
- Create an open system of unified theatrical space and communication through the implementation of the latest digital technologies.
- Increase the attractiveness and openness of the Odesa Opera, as well as its promotion in the global cultural space.
- Provide opportunities for education, research work, and leisure in a modern digital format.
Key stages of the project:
- High-precision 3D laser scanning of the theater building, which allows for the creation of an accurate geometric model.
- Photogrammetry using over 15,000 high-resolution photographs to capture the finest details.
- Creation of a digitized collection of exhibits from the museum and exhibition complex of the Odesa Opera.
- Development of a virtual tour featuring the most interesting locations of the theater, including the main stage, the Turkish room, and the hydraulic section.
Project Implementation:
- The Skeiron team performed 3D laser scanning and photogrammetry using specialized equipment to create detailed digital models. This process included collecting over 15,000 photographs and millions of laser beams for the precise reproduction of the object.
- Based on the collected data, three main products were developed: a detailed 3D model of the theater, a digitized collection of the museum and exhibition complex, and an interactive virtual tour.
- Upon completion of the work, the virtual tour will be freely available on the official website of the theater. The presentation of the project's results is scheduled for the end of September 2025.