Hall of stone, hall of iron
Steps lead up, steps lead down
Height of wealth, height of taste
Curves and curls, fringe and lace
Fluted columns, painted arches
Peaceful angels, gas-lit torches
Velvet drapings, ornate chairs
Crystal droplet chandeliers
Bronzèd statues, sweeping ceilings
Age-old arias, wrought with feeling
Bizet, Cage, Mozart and Strauss
A thousand wonders fill this opera house