The project “HERITAGE. Digital. Odesa Opera House” is an initiative aimed at preserving the cultural heritage of the Odesa Opera through 3D digitization. With financial support from the Ukrainian Cultural Foundation, the Skeiron team is creating detailed 3D models of the building, a virtual tour, and a digitized collection of the theatre’s museum and exhibition complex.
This initiative is a response to the risks posed by Russian aggression, as the theatre building is located near the port infrastructure, which is constantly under missile attacks. The project seeks to make this heritage accessible to a broad audience, promote it globally, and preserve it for future generations.
Project Objectives:
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Preserve the theatre building and its artistic heritage for future generations.
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Create an open system of unified theatrical space and communication through the use of cutting-edge digital technologies.
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Enhance the attractiveness and openness of the Odesa Opera and promote it within the global cultural space.
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Provide opportunities for education, research, and leisure in a modern digital format.
Key Project Stages:
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High-precision 3D laser scanning of the theatre building to generate an accurate geometric model.
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Photogrammetry using more than 15,000 high-resolution photographs to capture the finest details.
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Digitization of the collection of the Odesa Opera’s museum and exhibition complex.
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Development of a virtual tour featuring the most remarkable spaces of the theatre, including the main stage, the Turkish Room, and the hydraulic system.
Project Implementation:
The Skeiron team carried out 3D laser scanning and photogrammetry using specialized equipment to produce detailed digital models. This process involved collecting more than 15,000 photographs and millions of laser points to accurately reproduce the site.
Based on the collected data, three core products have been developed: a detailed 3D model of the theatre, a digitized collection of the museum and exhibition complex, and an interactive virtual tour.
Upon completion, the virtual tour will be made publicly available on the official website of the theatre. The project’s final presentation is scheduled for late September 2025.