| Wednesday 10 June 2026 | 18:00 |
| Holger Speck | Conductor | |
| Thomas Hobbs | Tenor | Judas Maccabaeus |
| Matthias Winckhler | Baritone | Simon |
| Suzanne Jerosme | Soprano | Israelitish Woman |
| Olivia Vermeulen | Mezzo-soprano | Israelitish Man |
| Jaro Kirchgessner | Countertenor | Priest |
| Vocalensemble Rastatt | ||
| Les Favorites |
A freedom hero, a popular uprising and an oratorio of overwhelming power: in Judas Maccabaeus Handel transforms the Bible story into a gripping musical drama in which triumph and grief, pathos and splendour are closely entwined. In 1747, Handel – a British citizen for the past 20 years – enjoyed an extraordinary success that enthused his adopted country. The oratorio celebrates the victory of the Duke of Cumberland over the Jacobites and the Catholic Prince Charles Edward Stuart. The poignant laments, brilliant choruses and monumental sound architecture are outstanding, portraying the hero as a courageous, determined and at the same time passionate leader – and elevating Handel inexorably to the rank of English national composer. Vocalensemble Rastatt and the period instrument ensemble Les Favorites conducted by Holger Speck roll out the work’s entire emotional and musical might.
Tickets:
65/50/30 €
