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A smiling older man with a mustache is leaning against a gray wall. He is wearing a dark jacket and a black shirt underneath. The background has a soft, muted tone, emphasizing his friendly expression.
The House |

Regarding the death of Georg Springer

The Austrian Federal Theaters bid farewell.

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A middle-aged man with glasses and gray hair smiles, wearing a black zip-up shirt. He stands in a grand, elegant interior with decorative details in the background. The atmosphere is formal and welcoming, suggesting a setting for an event or gathering.
Interview |

"An angel Leonoren"

About musical tangles, philosophical sparks and finding a premiere tension together.

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A man stands in a narrow, dimly lit corridor, wearing a black shirt. He has short, curly hair and a serious expression, with his hands held behind his back. The walls of the corridor are textured and cast shadows.
Interview |

When Beethoven rehearses

Director Nikolaus Habjan makes his house debut at the Vienna State Opera with "Fidelio".

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Eine Frau in schwarzem Kleid in Nahaufnahme
Interview |

The marshal's sister?

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News |

About puppetry

Manuela Linshalm explains what puppets can do better than human actors.

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A theatrical scene features two characters in a close embrace, set against a backdrop of a large, dark bookshelf filled with books. A wooden desk with scattered items is in the foreground, while a ladder and some chairs are arranged around the stage.
Interview |

Comedy and Thriller

What makes Leoš Janáček's Věc Makropulos special? Conductor Tomáš Hanus in a short interview

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A confident performer stands on stage, wearing a stylish black leather outfit and thigh-high boots. She holds a microphone high with one hand while smiling at the audience, exuding energy and enthusiasm. A grand piano is visible in the background.
Interview |

A Diva is born 2.0

In her solo concert, Asmik Grigorian shows how exciting an evening can be when it consistently breaks new ground.

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Zwei Personen sind in Silhouette dargestellt, während sie sich nahe kommen. Die dargestellte Szene vermittelt Intimität und Zuneigung durch die Annäherung der Köpfe. Der Hintergrund ist hell, was den Fokus auf die Körperhaltungen und Gesten der beiden Personen verstärkt.
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Love, hope & utopia

A new Fidelio makes its debut.

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A theatrical scene features two performers seated on steps, with a rich, ornate theater backdrop in warm tones. The actors portray an intimate moment, while the expansive stage emphasizes their connection amidst the grandeur of the setting.
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The Thing About Dying

On the resumption of "Věc Makropulos".

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A middle-aged man with light gray hair and wearing round glasses smiles gently. He is dressed in a light blue button-up shirt and crosses his arms. The background is a soft, neutral color, emphasizing his friendly demeanor.
Ballet |

A Palette With Many Colors

With enthusiasm and discipline, Luigi Bonino brings Petit’s spirit back to life in »Die Fledermaus«.

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Eine Frau sitzt auf einem Stuhl, sie trägt ein weißes und blutverschmiertes Kleid; hinter ihr stehen Menschen die sie beobachten.
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Love, delusion & death

Gaetano Donizetti's unique »Lucia di Lammermoor« can be experienced again.

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