The opening shot has been successful: with Giacomo Puccini’s “Madama Butterfly” in Anthony Minghella’s 2005 production, the Vienna State Opera not only ushered in the new season on Monday evening, but also resumed play. after the Corona lockdown in spring and the start of Bogdan Roscic’s tenure, and all this, although no one listened to Neo’s boss.

His recommendation a few days ago to refrain from calling a brewery to prevent corona was largely ignored at night. Above all, Asmik Grigorian, who became a superstar as “Salome” in Salzburg in 2018, was celebrated for her mature performance of the title role in her debut at the Haus am Ring. New ensemble member Freddie De Tommaso also provided formidable service for his time at the State Opera as a carefree and nefarious Pinkerton.

New musical director Philippe Jordan led the State Opera Orchestra during the evening with his first appearance in a new role, which coincided perfectly with Hollywood director Minghella (“The English Patient”), which had originally premiered in London. in 2008, and which Carolyn Choa, Minghella’s widow, has renovated for Vienna. Poetic imagery and minimalist color spaces meet alongside a kitsch-affirming shower of flowers.

All in all, a fresh start in the ring with high show value and a great cast. “Madama Butterfly” marked the beginning of a series of own premieres, purchased productions and a resumption of older works from the state opera repertoire to replace later performances. A total of ten opera and two ballet premieres are planned for the 2020/21 season. Tomorrow, Tuesday, the production of “Elektra” by Harry Kupfer, who has since passed away, will resume.

From: apa