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The composer Engelbert Humperdinck based his work on the most famous of all fairy tales. The operatic version of the story of the siblings Hänsel and Gretel, who lose their way in the forest and nearly fall victim to the Knusperhexe, or witch, has always inspired audiences. The music takes well-known folk melodies and combines them with large, shimmering soundscapes that move between dream and reality, and between fears and fantasies. Zurich-born director Thom Luz has received numerous awards for his theater work. With «Hansel and Gretel», he makes his long-awaited opera debut, and unleashes the poetic power of theatrical magic. Lithuanian conductor Giedrė Šlekytė musically directs.

Hansel and Gretel

Zurich Opera House

After spending seven years in the dreamlike world of the Venusberg, Tannhäuser now returns to human society. He soon realizes that the Wartburg Castle, bereft of sensuality, is no place for him. After causing a scandal at the singing competition with his song to Venus, Tannhäuser is cast out, and told to travel to Rome, where is to ask the Pope himself for forgiveness for his sins. Richard Wagner’s opera shows the medieval Minnesänger’s inner conflict of as the irreconcilability of different principles. Icelandic director Thorleifur Örn Arnasson specializes in mythical material and grand stories. Tugan Sokhiev conducts for the first time at the Opernhaus Zürich. Tenor Eric Cutler makes his debut in the title role.

Soprano

Sylwia Salamońska-Bączyk

Events

Upcoming events

Jun 21 - Jul 11, 2026

Tannhäuser · Opernhaus Zürich

Past events

Nov 16, 2025 - Jan 31, 2026

Hansel and Gretel · Opernhaus Zürich

Future and recently performed repertoire

Dew man in Hansel and Gretel by Humperdinck

Opernhaus Zürich

A young shepherd in Tannhäuser by Wagner

Opernhaus Zürich

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