Thursday 27 April 2023 | 16:00 |
Friday 28 April 2023 | 16:00 |
Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus (1756-1791) | Die Zauberflöte (The Magic Flute) (sung in English) | Libretto by Emanuel Schikaneder |
Welsh National Opera | |
Tomáš Hanus | Conductor |
Daisy Evans | Director |
Loren Elstein | Set Designer, Costume Designer |
Jake Wiltshire | Lighting Designer |
Orchestra of Welsh National Opera | |
Chorus of Welsh National Opera |
Step into a land of mystery, magic and adventure. With a magic flute and a set of magic bells for protection Tamino sets off on his quest to save Pamina from the grip of an evil enchanter, accompanied by his sidekick the endearing Bird Catcher. Along the way he encounters unforgettable characters – from the mysterious Queen of the Night to animals that can be tamed by music. But as he overcomes a series of challenges, all is not what it seems…
The Magic Flute is an opera for all ages, with a reputation for being the perfect first opera. WNO’s new production takes this enchanting fairy-tale and gives it a modern twist. Set in a world of fantasy, feast your eyes on vibrant sets and costumes accompanied by Mozart’s sublime music and a witty story.