Frank Hilbrich, one of Germany’s leading opera directors, discusses his move to Gelsenkirchen’s Musiktheater im Revier, his vision of opera as a “sanctuary of real-life connection,” and his commitment to nurturing diverse audiences and young talent. From his “old-school” approach to reinterpreting classics to innovative, cross-genre programming, Hilbrich outlines a roadmap for sustainable, socially engaged music theatre.
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A Murderer of Women as a Tormented and Wonderfully Singing Hero
Otello is not evil, nor is he clinically ill. He is a man living in a system that offers him no support – an outsider who has never learned to cope with his emotions. His tragedy is this: he loves – but he does not trust.
Self-immolation and burning scores at the theatre in Bremen
The vocal ensemble, mainly composed of house members, presented good singing. Above all, Sarah-Jane Brandon as Prima Donna and Ariadne.
Singers, Staging, Orchestra 