Name: Otello
Start: 2025-07-13T19:30:00
Location: German Oper am Rhein

This season, Deutsche Oper am Rhein brings a compelling blend of operatic drama and charitable spirit to the stage. With the premiere of 'Der Kreidekreis,' an intense opera about justice and maternal love, and 'Otello,' a tale of ambition and jealousy, audiences will be treated to gripping narratives and exceptional performances. Alongside these productions, the AIDS-Gala stands out as a highlight, where artists unite to support those affected by HIV/AIDS. Join us in Düsseldorf for an unforgettable experience of artistry and humanity.

A Season of Drama and Compassion: Opera and Charity at Deutsche Oper am Rhein

Embrace the world of opera at the Deutsche Oper am Rhein with a stellar lineup of performances that promise to captivate audiences through powerful narratives and timeless music. From the soulful tragedy of 'La traviata' to the comedic twists of 'Prima la Mamma!' and the dark mysteries of 'Der fliegende Holländer,' each opera offers a unique glimpse into human emotions and experiences. Join us as we delve into these masterpieces, showcasing the talents of renowned performers and the creative vision that brings these stories to life.

Opera Extravaganza: A Journey Through Love, Tragedy, and Redemption

From the tumultuous comedy in 'La Cenerentola' to the innovative choreography of 'Kaleidosko' and the tragic tale of 'Otello,' Deutsche Oper am Rhein promises an unforgettable journey through opera and ballet. This captivating series of performances in Düsseldorf showcases not only the timeless stories of Cinderella and Otello but also the creativity and dynamic energy of contemporary dance, inviting audiences to experience the captivating synergy of music, movement, and storytelling.

Unveiling the World of Opera and Dance at Deutsche Oper am Rhein

The upcoming season at Deutsche Oper am Rhein promises an unforgettable journey through some of opera's most compelling narratives. With compelling performances of 'La traviata', 'Der fliegende Holländer', and 'Otello', audiences will be treated to a blend of timeless music and dramatic storytelling. From the tragic love of Violetta Valéry to the cursed voyage of the Flying Dutchman and the destructive jealousy in 'Otello', each opera unfolds a world of emotional depth and complexity. Join us as we delve into these captivating stories brought to life by talented performers.

Opera Extravaganza at Deutsche Oper am Rhein: A Season of Timeless Tales

Experience a cultural adventure in Düsseldorf, where a series of captivating events blend music, dance, and opera. From the innovative choreography of 'Kalei­dos­ko' to the harmonious storytelling of 'Shooting Star from 6 years,' and the powerful renditions in 'Beethoven,' this city truly becomes a stage for extraordinary artistic expression. Join us as we explore the creative brilliance and sensory delights of these immersive performances, each contributing to the vibrant tapestry of Düsseldorf's cultural scene.

Artistic Symphony: A Journey Through Music, Dance, and Opera in Düsseldorf

Embark on a cultural journey at Deutsche Oper am Rhein, where ballet and opera enthusiasts gather to experience riveting performances. From the skillful Intermediate/Advanced Open Ballet Class, perfect for honing your dance techniques, to the heart-pounding drama of world-renowned operas like Carmen and Otello, the array of events promises an enriching experience. Whether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned artist, the upcoming sessions in Düsseldorf and Duisburg offer a platform for growth and transformation in the world of performing arts.

Dive Into the World of Ballet and Opera at Deutsche Oper am Rhein

Axel Kober

Martin Muehle

Katarzyna Kuncio

Riccardo Romeo

Anke Krabbe

Valentin Ruckebier

David Fischer

Beniamin Pop

Vladislav Sulimsky

Chor der Deutschen Oper am Rhein

Düsseldorfer Symphoniker

Deutsche Oper am Rhein

Tradition is meant to be flipped upside down - this is the view of milkman Tevje's three daughters, who would rather take their luck into their own hands than rely on the expertise of a matchmaker Jente. They drive their father to despair and shake up his world; a world in which not only the laws of the family are challenged, but the entire existence in the shtetl is so endangered that escaping and exile become a reality. Jerry Bock contrasts the melancholy of forlornness with a life-affirming verve.

Ana­tevka

Theater Duisburg

German Oper am Rhein

In our song matinees, ensemble members and pianists dedicate themselves to the exciting variety of international song art - in the foyer of the Düsseldorf Opera House and, as of this season, also in the opera foyer of the Duisburg Theater!

Song matinee

The spirit summons the forgotten voice of María through a crack in the pavement and tells her story. She was born on a day when God was drunk. “I am María ... María Tango, María of the suburbs, María Night, María fatal passion, María of love for Buenos Aires am I!” - Searching for happiness, she leaves the suburbs, glows, gets high and plays, sells herself and, in death, becomes a mystical figure. As a shadow, María wanders through a world of surreal encounters, tracing life backwards from oblivion to birth - until she finds redemption through poetry. On a holy Sunday.

Maria from Buenos Aires

Even a rich prince can be quite poor sometimes. The noble Don Ramiro finds out about this when his search for a bride takes him to the house of the notoriously penniless Don Magnifico. His daughters don't give the visitor, disguised as a simple servant, a second glance. It's a good thing that Ramiro finds a sympathetic heart in the unloved stepsister Angelina, known as Cenerentola... Gioachino Rossini composed some of his most beautiful melodies for his turbulent musical theater version of the charming “Cinderella”. Jean-Pierre Ponnelle's legendary production, which has been enchanting audiences since 1974, is as effervescently cheerful as Rossini's light-hearted score.

Cinderella

The impoverished southern belle Blanche DuBois has experienced the downfall of her wealthy family and numerous setbacks and now seeks refuge with her younger sister in New Orleans. In a cramped and aggressive environment, she loses touch with reality, driven by an all-consuming longing and the belief that she is truly special. This tragic story of loss, love and violence awarded American writer Tennessee Williams the coveted Pulitzer Prize in 1948.

End­station Sehn­sucht

Balkis, the Queen of Sheba and fiancée of King Soliman, visits her spouse-to-be in Jerusalem. Here she is introduced to the builder Adoniram, who is to construct a miraculous building for Soliman. She is impressed by his craftsmanship and the two fall in love. When she leaves the unloved ruler for his sake, Adoniram becomes the victim of a murderous intrigue and Balkis can only swear eternal fidelity to him beyond death.

The Queen of Sheba

These three impressive signature styles kick off with “Four Schumann Pieces” by the Dutch grand master Hans van Manen. It is a ballet full of romance and elegance, in which the drama of emotional states, dreams, desires and fears is counterpointed with the clear movement language so typical of van Manen.

Signatures

A woman was once burned at the stake for being a witch - an event whose dark shadows extend to present times. A thrilling drama begins to unfold: Azucena, the daughter of the executed woman, swears to avenge her mother's death. In return, she kidnaps one of the sons of the old Count Luna, who is responsible for the execution. In the glistening madness of revenge, however, she no longer recognizes whether she is killing her own child or the son of the despised count. Years later, Azucena's now grown-up son, the titular troubadour Manrico, and the young Count Luna not only face each other in the civil war, they are also rivals for Leonora's love... Giuseppe Verdi stages the emotional extremes of his characters in a gripping and melodic way in this work, which, along with “Rigoletto” and “La traviata”, is part of his 'Trilogia popolare'.

Il trovatore

With the sadistic police chief Scarpia, Giacomo Puccini enriched opera literature by one of its most abysmal characters. The painter Cavaradossi falls into his hands when he helps a political prisoner to escape. But for Scarpia, Cavaradossi is just a decoy through which he hopes to finally make the celebrated singer Tosca submissive. A perfidious game of cat and mouse begins for the life of her lover. In an unleashed frenzy of sound, Puccini mercilessly drives his protagonists through a hurricane of emotional states of emergency that has lost none of its power to this day.

Tosca

The general Otello has achieved everything an ambitious upstart like him could dream of: Respected as the successful commander of the Venetian fleet and loved by his beautiful wife Desdemona, fate seems to have favored him. But one man senses the self-destructive jealousy smouldering behind the façade of the successful man: Jago. Ever since Otello's ensign was passed over for a promotion, he has been driving his superior's downfall with a coolly calculated destructive fury, cleverly feeding Otello's doubts about Desdemona's fidelity...

Otello

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