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A Kaleidoscope of Opera and Ballet: Finnish National Opera's 2024-2025 Season
Experience a vibrant array of performances as the Finnish National Opera and Ballet unveils its captivating 2024-2025 season. From beloved classics such as Sleeping Beauty and Don Carlos, to contemporary pieces like Blushing, the season promises to enthrall audiences with its diverse offerings. Highlights include immersive workshops for children, live-streamed dances, and the much-anticipated return of The Merry Widow. With a blend of traditional and modern artistic expressions, this season is set to showcase the full spectrum of opera and ballet artistry.
Feb 6, 2025
Share1. Mini opera Cinderella
Cinderella’s sisters go to a ball where they hope to court the favour of the Prince, leaving Cinderella at home to clean the house. Her stepmother has hopes of bringing the Prince home for an after-party. Fortunately, a magic flute conjures up a spectacular gown for Cinderella to wear, and the people at the ball are dazzled by the mysterious beauty dancing in glass slippers.
Oct 21, 2024 - Feb 13, 2025
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2. Opera & Ballet in Action
In Opera & Ballet in Action workshops, 5 to 6 years olds can experience the fascinating world of opera and ballet. Participants learn about a selected Main Stage production through hands-on activities, such as arts and crafts, making music, dancing, and drama. In addition to learning about different art forms, the children get to make a nice souvenir to take home (excluding costume and set workshops). The workshops last approximately 1.5 hours and are held in Finnish.
Oct 28, 2024 - Apr 15, 2025
Finnish National Opera and Ballet
Helsinki · Finnish National Opera and Ballet
3. Orchestra of the Finnish National Opera @ Musiikkitalo
In autumn 2024, The Orchestra of the Finnish National Opera (FNO) will enchant audiences at Musiikkitalo with the launch of a new, unique concert series. Concertgoers will be treated to gems of orchestral music and vocal performances by leading names from around the world. The programme reflects the full variety of life and human emotions.
Nov 5, 2024 - Apr 1, 2025
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Helsinki · Finnish National Opera and Ballet
4. Opera Teatime Dance
This free and relaxed afternoon dance event is an opportunity to whirl and twirl to evergreens. The hugely popular dance sessions will be live streamed at the Stage24 service of the Finnish National Opera and Ballet, too.
Nov 6, 2024 - May 14, 2025
Finnish National Opera and Ballet
Helsinki · Finnish National Opera and Ballet
5. Opera Teatime Dance
The streaming webcast ot the Opera Teatime Dance may be received free of charge at any nursing home or sheltered accommodation facility throughout Finland. We wish to encourage social dancing and thereby contribute to residents’ wellbeing.
Nov 6, 2024 - May 14, 2025
Finnish National Opera and Ballet
Helsinki · Finnish National Opera and Ballet
6. Sleeping Beauty
Sleeping Beauty is one of the most beloved ballets of all time. The familiar story about the bewitched princess Aurora, the good and evil fairies, and the adventurous prince truly comes into its own as a ballet. The choreography created by the Artistic Director of the Finnish National Ballet, Javier Torres, has been performed to full houses for over 15 years.
Jan 18 - Feb 7, 2025
Finnish National Opera and Ballet
Helsinki · Finnish National Opera and Ballet
7. Don Carlos
Political scheming, a harrowing love triangle, and magnificent music. In Giuseppe Verdi’s opera, Don Carlos, Elisabeth is married to King Philip of Spain, but her heart belongs to his son, Don Carlos. Yet, the political machinations of the state prove more powerful than their profound emotions.
Jan 31 - Mar 6, 2025
Finnish National Opera and Ballet
Helsinki · Finnish National Opera and Ballet
8. The Merry Widow
As the curtain rises, it feels as if you’re stepping into a grand, splendid celebration. Franz Lehár’s (1870–1948) effervescent operetta The Merry Widow offers a taste of genuine old world glamour, aristocratic reverie, catchy melodies, and can-can.
This operetta, a playful take on the relationship entanglements of a wealthy young widow, has been presented at the Finnish National Opera a record-breaking 313 times. In spring 2025, it will be performed in Finnish, with soprano Mari Palo shining in the title role.
Feb 13 - Apr 9, 2025
Finnish National Opera and Ballet
Helsinki · Finnish National Opera and Ballet
9. Blushing
The young dancers’ evening of the Finnish National Ballet offers a captivating mix of the classic and contemporary. The highlight of the evening is the premiere of German choreographer Marco Goecke’s Blushing, the winner of the 2003 Prix Dom Pérignon, which was originally created for the Stuttgart Ballet. The Finnish National Ballet has also previously performed Goecke’s compelling choreography, Lonesome George.
Feb 27 - Mar 1, 2025
Finnish National Opera and Ballet
Helsinki · Finnish National Opera and Ballet
10. Édith Piaf – La vie en rose
Édith Piaf’s (1915–1963) extraordinary life has left a lasting musical legacy that continues to be cherished decades later. Life is not something that happened to Piaf, it’s something that she made. She embraced life to the full, from the greatest raptures to the deepest sorrows. Despite her fame and fortune, she always lived on her own terms, choosing her company regardless of societal norms and expectations.
Feb 28 - Mar 27, 2025
Finnish National Opera and Ballet
Helsinki · Finnish National Opera and Ballet
Conclusion
The Finnish National Opera and Ballet's 2024-2025 season offers a dynamic blend of classic and contemporary performances that promise to captivate audiences of all ages. With a robust lineup that includes beloved tales, interactive workshops, and innovative productions, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. As the season unfolds, audiences are invited to immerse themselves in the rich cultural narratives and powerful artistic expressions that define the Finnish National Opera and Ballet's commitment to excellence in the performing arts.
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