Performer: Petr Nekoranec

The French director updates the action to the present day, underscoring the validity of the plot – feuding families and class differences are still relevant. 

Aided by spirited singers and enthusiastic musicians, director Ondřej Havelka brings an imaginative, ironic touch to a lesser-known Smetana opera.

Donizetti's frothy romantic comedy takes on fresh appeal in this faithful rendering at the State Opera.