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Zwei Kinder blicken neugierig hinter einem bunten, märchenhaften Lebkuchenhaus hervor, das auf der Bühne steht.
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A Christmas classic with a heart

»Hänsel and Gretel« at Christmas time at the Vienna State Opera.

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With passion & delicacy

KS Juan Diego Flórez sings Rodolfo in "La Bohème."

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The image features a dramatic theatrical scene with a large statue-like figure in the background, illuminated in red. In the foreground, a person stands confidently on a stage, while another figure pulls on a rope, suggesting a struggle or tension. The atmosphere conveys a sense of conflict and power dynamics.
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Three strong women

On the female characters in "Elektra", human abysses in Strauss' opera and whisky after a performance.

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Mourning the death of Hans van Manen

One of the most influential choreographers of our time passed away on December 17, 2025 at the age of 93.

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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.
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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.
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"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.
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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
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The marshal's sister?

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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.
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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.
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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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