Performer: Szilveszter Ókovács

Szilveszter Ókovács' new production matches the opulent venue in all its eye-candy, with dazzling costumes, dark sets large crowds, and rapid scenic changes made possible by a newly installed mechanical stage. 

In the midst of frequent changes to a highly ambitious 2020-21 programme, Hungarian State Opera's general director tells us his aims and how they are providing a continuing service.