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A group of ballet dancers, dressed in elegant costumes, perform on stage. One dancer in the center gracefully lifts a leg while others execute various poses around her. The backdrop features a soft gradient, enhancing the ethereal atmosphere of the dance performance.
Ballet |

Great Ballet Moments to Kick Off the Year

The Vienna State Ballet is making a glittering start to the new year with a top-class revival and a role debut.

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A middle-aged man with short, light gray hair stands confidently with his arms crossed, wearing a black turtleneck sweater. He has a serious expression, set against a dark background that enhances his features. The image conveys a sense of strength and purpose.
Interview |

Freedom in the mind

Markus Poschner directs the "Fledermaus".

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A diverse group of six dancers stands in a grand hall with polished wood floors. They wear stylish suits in various colors. In the center, a male dancer poses dynamically while an older man embraces him. The others exhibit graceful postures, showcasing a blend of artistry and fashion.
Ballet |

New Year's concert 2026

20 years after 2006: John Neumeier and AKRIS creative director Albert Kriemler design the ballet interludes for the New Year's Concert.

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Ein Mann mit lockigem, grauem Haar sitzt lächelnd auf einem Stuhl. Er trägt einen grünen Pullover und eine schwarze Hose. Seine Hände sind locker auf seinen Knien gefaltet. Der Hintergrund ist in sanften Erdtönen gehalten.
Interview |

You need everything for the operetta

KS Jonas Kaufmann sings Eisenstein for the first time at the Staatsoper.

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Zwei Kinder blicken neugierig hinter einem bunten, märchenhaften Lebkuchenhaus hervor, das auf der Bühne steht.
News |

A Christmas classic with a heart

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

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Interview |

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.
Interview |

Three strong women

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

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The House |

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.
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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