Vienna Opera Schedule

The Vienna State Opera is one of the most famous opera houses in the world. Built in 1869, it maintains the high standard set by such famous musicians and conductors as Gustav Mahler, Herbert von Karajan, Leonard Bernstein and many others.

Today, the Vienna State Opera is a place where you can see not only classical productions, but also works by modern authors. It also hosts a traditional annual ball in February, which has long been one of the main events of European social life.

Popular Performances

John Neumeier's ballet "The Lady of the Camellias" to the music of Frederic Chopin will be held here. The touching plot, beautiful scenery and masterful performance of the ballet troupe make it one of the most popular in the world.

The premiere of the opera "Norma" will also take place. This is a lyrical tragedy in two acts by the Italian composer Vincenzo Bellini, written in 1831. The plot is based on the tragedy of Alexander Sume "Norma, or Infanticide".

Another premiere is the opera "Iolanta" by P. Tchaikovsky. Tugan Sokhiev will act as conductor. Arias will be performed by such stars of the stage as Sonya Yoncheva, Ivo Stanchev, Boris Pinkhasovich.

And also do not miss the premiere of Wagner's opera "Tannhäuser".

Poster of events at the Vienna Opera

In March, we will watch the opera "Werther". It was written based on Goethe's work "The Sorrows of Young Werther" by Jules Massenet.

The work of Giuseppe Verdi will be represented by the opera "Don Carlos". Based on Schiller's drama, it tells the story of the intricacies of court life in 16th-century Spain.

Gaetano Donizetti's opera "The Elixir of Love" is an example of the best Italian buff operas. Light, playful, comical, it has been on the stages of various theaters around the world for many years.

A creative evening of Tomasz Konecky, an actor and opera singer, will also take place here.

The operas "Don Giovanni" and "The Marriage of Figaro" are eternal classics that always find a place in a modern theater.

Convenient selection by date

The electronic calendar is an easy way to always stay up to date with current events. Click on the desired date and see which opera or ballet will be on that day. We have all the latest news and changes in the playbill. You can also buy tickets on our website!