| Friday 24 July 2026 | 19:30 |
| Strauss, Richard (1864-1949) | Also sprach Zarathustra, Op.30 | |
| Bartók, Béla (1881-1945) | Duke Bluebeard's Castle | Libretto by Béla Balázs |
| Gabriel Chan | Lighting Designer | |
| Singapore Symphony Orchestra | ||
| Hannu Lintu | Conductor | |
| Shenyang | Bass-baritone | Bluebeard |
| Jennifer Johnston | Mezzo-soprano | Judith |
Continuing Hannu Lintu’s inaugural concert series, this programme explores the expressive breadth of orchestral and operatic storytelling. Richard Strauss’s Thus Spoke Zarathustra opens with an incandescent sunrise, a symphonic reflection on humanity, purpose, and destiny. From the light of knowledge, we descend into shadow with Bartók’s Bluebeard’s Castle, a chilling tale of curiosity, desire, and doom, brought to life through the supernatural textures of his one-act opera.
Award-winning Chinese bass-baritone Shenyang (沈洋, BBC Cardiff Singer of the World 2007) and English mezzo-soprano Jennifer Johnston (Royal Philharmonic Society Singer of the Year 2021) take on the roles of Duke Bluebeard and the ill-fated Judith, drawing audiences into their dark, suspenseful story.
Seven great doors shut tight, and none shall see what is behind them. Do you dare open one?
Tickets: $15-$100
Concert bundles available
Pre-sale has already started
Public sale will start on 20 April 2026
