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A feast for the eyes and ears: Lehár’s Merry Widow in Zurich
Barrie Kosky stages the famous Viennese operetta as a whirlwind spectacle. Marlis Petersen shines in the title role vocally and theatrically. Michael Volle does not live up to expectations.
Viva la mamma! Donizetti’s satirical farce flops in Zurich
Mélanie Huber’s production misses the mark for Donizetti’s silly comedy, sung by a solid cast.
Stikhina and Smoriginas shine in Zurich Salome
A strong cast carries this satisfying revival of Andreas Homoki's production of Salome at Opernhaus Zürich.
Oropesa and Bernheim triumph in Lucia di Lammermoor in Zurich
The Opernhaus Zürich revives Tatjana Gürbaca's underwhelming production of Gaetano Donizetti’s masterpiece but with two absolute stars in the main roles.
Zürich Opera presents Cavalleria rusticana and Pagliacci
Tenor Marcelo Álvarez and baritone George Petean both pull double duty in this classic verismo bill, revived effectively in Grischa Asagaroff's staging.
A brilliant new Salome launches Zurich Opera's season
Andreas Homoki's staging takes full advantage of Hartmut Meyer’s utterly spectacular set, while Elena Stikhina sings the difficult title role to perfection.