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Cosmic music and aristocratic elegance at the Opera House's special English concert
The symphonic concert of the Hungarian State Opera Orchestra on 2 February 2025 offers a selection from the finest English musical traditions and delights for film (music) enthusiasts. In addition to Holst's grandiose The Planets, the programme includes Elgar's Cello Concerto, and Britten's Variations and Fugue on a Theme of Purcell. The concert, part of the OPERA’s Anglophone Season, is conducted by David Coleman, who has also composed a festive overture titled Celebremus for the occasion. The soloist of the concerts is the internationally renowned cellist Santiago Cañón-Valencia.Jan. 21, 2025, 12:42 p.m. -
Information on the planned 2025 programmes at Erkel Theatre
In accordance with Government Decree No. 1368/2024.(XI. 28.) – even before its publication – negotiations regarding the transfer of the Erkel Theatre and the programmes announced there began between the Hungarian State Opera, which has been operating it until now, and the future leaders of the new theatre.Nov. 29, 2024, 6:04 p.m. -
A jubilee album looks back on the first decade of the Hungarian National Ballet Institute
A richly illustrated album, entitled Hungarian National Ballet Institute – the first decade, has been published by the Foundation for the Ballet Students of the Hungarian State Opera, showcasing the achievements of the ballet school. The 200-page bilingual publication provides insight into the professional training and goes behind the scenes of stage performances and competition results.Nov. 21, 2024, 1:48 p.m.