Richard Wagner's “Pilgrimage to Beethoven”: Musical reading in the Crypt
Vienna, Peterskirche — Krypta
About the Event
Richard Wagner's fantastic story, which he wrote at a young age, is about a fictitious journey to the highly revered Ludwig van Beethoven, which degenerates into a veritable pilgrimage.
Christian Laimer reads Richard Wagner's lines full of wit and esprit. At the piano, Stefan Donner completes an unusual and humorous evening with works by both geniuses.
The performances in the KRYPTA are known for their proximity to the audience and the excellent acoustics of the historic hall. The popular cultural events attract culture lovers from all over the world.
The KRYPTA is pleasantly temperate at any time of year.
Practical Information
The 'Opera in the Crypt' series is a unique form of presenting opera at its very essence. With piano accompaniment, talented singers in costumes perform the works in the exceptional, intimate atmosphere of the crypt under St. Peter's Church. Through the short distance between audience and musicians you can experience opera in a way you have never heard or seen it before.
Artists
Piano: | Stefan Donner |
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Narrator: | Christian Laimer |
Address
Peterskirche, Petersplatz, Vienna, Austria — Google Maps