Volksoper Vienna: The Bat
About the Event
Experience the classical strains of Johann Strauss' The Bat at the revered Volksoper in Vienna. 'Happy is he who forgets what cannot be helped!' This line encapsulates the essence of the most beloved and quintessentially Viennese operetta of all, Johann Strauss' timeless Die Fledermaus. Expect a night of lavish festivities, romantic entanglements, sly plots, and a good dose of schadenfreude, all set to the captivating rhythms of the waltz. This operetta delightfully blurs the lines between the social facade and the bubbly‐induced revelry that allows, 'In the fiery torrent of vines,' for all proprieties to be joyously overstepped.
Regarded as the epitome of Viennese opera culture, the Volksoper upholds a special affinity for Strauss's celebrated work, treating it as a cherished heirloom. Die Fledermaus has graced its stage more than any other production. With Lotte de Beer's recent directorial inception, elements of the show have been thoughtfully rejuvenated, highlighted by the innovative perspective of a newly introduced female court usher frog, adding a novel twist to this familiar favorite.
Practical Information
In German with German and English surtitles.
