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A theatrical performance features a man in a striking black and white robe, expressing intense emotion. Other performers surround him in colorful outfits, engaging in various dramatic poses. The backdrop consists of large, brightly lit shapes, enhancing the dynamic atmosphere of the scene.
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Formative moments

Georg Nigl, opera and concert singer, reflects on the formative influences of his life - from great personalities to intense moments.

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A woman in a black dress hands a small award to another woman in a floral jacket during a formal event. Two men and a woman stand in the background, observing the exchange. The setting suggests a ceremony or award presentation.
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Christiana Stefanou awarded the ARGO Prize 2024

The director of the Ballet Academy was honored for her special commitment to dance.

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Sleepless in Vienna

in 2022, Yamen Saadi won the audition and became concertmaster of the Vienna State Opera Orchestra.

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A farewell to a musical master and an entire era

Giacomo Puccini, one of the greatest opera stars, died 100 years ago. A Viennese search for traces.

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The image depicts a dramatic scene with a large group of people, dressed in dark clothing, standing and sitting in an expressive performance setting. A main figure in light clothing stands in the foreground, directing the attention of the crowd, creating a sense of tension and emotion.
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"Billy Budd" - Lost on the high seas

This article sheds light on Benjamin Britten's extraordinary opera Billy Budd, its plot and its cult status at the Vienna State Opera.

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Herbert Fritsch - A creative conqueror of the stage

An exciting biography and the latest news on Fin de partie.

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György Kurtág and his artistic path

György Kurtág, a formative influence on modern music, began playing the piano as a child and discovered his love of music.

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A brightly dressed performer with yellow hair leans towards a seated figure in a wheelchair, who is draped in colorful fabrics. Shadows cast on the wall create a dramatic background, enhancing the theatrical moment between the two individuals.
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"Fin de partie" - How it (maybe) ends

With Fin de partie, György Kurtág has possibly created a new classic of contemporary music theater.

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A man stands in a forest, wearing a black coat and a patterned scarf. He has a serious expression and faces the camera, with trees and greenery in the background, suggesting a calm, natural setting.
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Interview with Matthew Rowe

About the evening Shifting Symmetries - Synthesis of two languages

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A ballerina poses gracefully in a flowing dress made of ballet shoes, showcasing a combination of elegance and artistic expression. She stands on pointe, with one arm raised, highlighting her form against a dark background. The reflective floor adds depth to the striking visual.
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Alessandra Ferri becomes the next director of the Vienna State Ballet

The internationally acclaimed artist and prima ballerina assoluta Alessandra Ferri will lead the Vienna State Ballet from September 1, 2025.

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