The Little Sweep

According to artistic director András Almási-Tóth, Benjamin Britten's opera about a child trapped in a chimney and tried to be rescued by his little friends "is a classic liberation opera translated into a children's adventure film.” The new production of British composer's work was first presented in the 2024/25 Anglophone Season of the Hungarian State Opera as an addition the wide repertoire aimed at young audiences to present a new opportunity to introduce the genre to younger generations. The concept by the renowned puppeteer and musician János Novák was staged by Attila Toronykőy, an expert "speaking the language of young audiences", who has already directed numerous children's and youth productions.