This open rehearsal is held in recognition of Armed Forces Day. Military personnel are welcome to attend. Ticket holders are required to present valid military identification at the entrance.
- Presenter: Weiwuying
- Duration is 280 minutes, with two intermissions.
- Performend in German with both English and Mandarin surtitles.
The performance contains intimacy on stage. Viewer discretion is advised.
- Age guidance 7+
- Latecomers must follow staff instructions for entry and re-entry.
Helpful Guide
R. WAGNER – Lohengrin Open Rehearsal (in honor of the Armed Forces Day)
A pure maiden, falsely accused, is rescued by a mysterious Swan Knight who offers marriage with one condition—she must never ask about his origins. Lohengrin showcases magnificent musical heights: the miraculously beautiful prelude, the heroine's prophetic dream, the hero's enigmatic self-introduction, and the iconic "Bridal Chorus." These elements have cemented its place as one of the most enduring romantic operas still widely performed today.
Beneath this fairy tale lies WAGNER's pointed social commentary: Are utopias merely illusions? Where does national salvation truly come from? If realizing ideals demands self-sacrifice, is the price worth paying? Though created in another era, WAGNER's profound political allegory remains powerfully relevant, prompting reflection even in the 21st century world.
For this first complete staging in Taiwan, Weiwuying presents Deutsche Oper am Rhein's outstanding production, featuring premier talents from Taiwan and abroad. With its breathtaking music and compelling dramatic vision, this is an unmissable cultural event of the year. (by CHIAO Yuan-pu)
This year, the open rehearsal of Lohengrin coincides with Armed Forces Day. In special recognition of this occasion, we warmly welcome members of the military to attend the rehearsal. Admission will require advance ticket reservation and proof of registration.
We hope this opportunity invites military personnel into the theater to experience the power of opera, and transforms the theater into a warm and inclusive space for cultural connection and shared moments.
SYNOPSIS
King Heinrich seeks to resolve the political turmoil in Brabant and presides over the trial between Telramund and Elsa. Telramund accuses Elsa of murdering her brother to seize power alongside a secret lover. At the hearing, Elsa instead speaks of her hope for a knight to come to her rescue. In response, a mysterious knight appears and pledges to marry Elsa—on the condition that she never asks about his identity or origins. The knight then defeats Telramund in combat and is hailed as a hero, receiving enthusiastic cheers.
The disgraced couple, Telramund and Ortrud, are shunned by the people. Ortrud, obsessed with regaining power, urges Elsa to break the taboo. However, Elsa remains faithful to her love, refusing to break her promise or question the knight about his origins. The King officially announces the engagement of Elsa and the knight—the "Mysterious Protector of Brabant." Meanwhile, the enigmatic hero prepares to lead an army into battle. Desperate for allies, Telramund and Ortrud plot their next move. Ortrud infiltrates the wedding procession and publicly denounces Elsa's fiancé, claiming his origins are suspicious. Telramund also steps forward, accusing the knight of using sorcery to secure his victory.
In the bridal chamber, Elsa begins to doubt the origins of her mysterious husband, leading to an argument between the newlyweds. Telramund bursts into the room but is swiftly slain by the knight. The knight then agrees to reveal everything and declares himself Lohengrin, Knight of the Grail, sworn to uphold justice while concealing his true identity. However, because Elsa has broken her vow, he must now depart, and with his departure, Brabant's hope for a new protector vanishes.
Creative and Production Team
Conductor｜CHIEN Wen-pin
Stage Director｜Sabine HARTMANNSHENN
Assistant Stage Director｜Julia LANGEDER
Set Designer｜Dieter RICHTER
Costume Designer｜Susana MENDOZA
Lighting Designer｜Volker WEINHART
Technical Director｜Uwe KOCUR
Technical Supervisor｜Dirk BUSSE
König Heinrich der Vogler｜Andreas Bauer KANABAS
Lohengrin｜Brenden GUNNELL
Elsa von Brabant｜KENG Li
Friedrich von Telramund｜Martin Ng
Ortrud｜WENG Jo-pei
Der Heerrufer des Königs｜CHAO Fang-hao
Vier brabantische Edle｜James LAI, CHIEN Cheng-yu, HU Ting-wei, CHENG Yu-hsuan
Vier Edelknaben｜LEE Shih-yu, HO Hsin-pin, LEE Hsin-ying, WEI Tong
Orchestra｜Evergreen Symphony Orchestra
Chorus｜Taipei Philharmonic Chorus
Stage Band｜Kaohsiung City Wind Orchestra
Original production created by Deutsche Oper am Rhein Düsseldorf-Duisburg
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Programs
9/4(Thu)-9/7(Sun)
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©Matthias Jung _ Deutschen Oper am Rhein
R. WAGNER – Lohengrin Open Rehearsal (in honor of the Armed Forces Day)
A pure maiden, falsely accused, is rescued by a mysterious Swan Knight who offers marriage with one condition—she must never ask about his origins. Lohengrin showcases magnificent musical heights: the miraculously beautiful prelude, the heroine's prophetic dream, the hero's enigmatic self-introduction, and the iconic "Bridal Chorus." These elements have cemented its place as one of the most enduring romantic operas still widely performed today.
Beneath this fairy tale lies WAGNER's pointed social commentary: Are utopias merely illusions? Where does national salvation truly come from? If realizing ideals demands self-sacrifice, is the price worth paying? Though created in another era, WAGNER's profound political allegory remains powerfully relevant, prompting reflection even in the 21st century world.
For this first complete staging in Taiwan, Weiwuying presents Deutsche Oper am Rhein's outstanding production, featuring premier talents from Taiwan and abroad. With its breathtaking music and compelling dramatic vision, this is an unmissable cultural event of the year. (by CHIAO Yuan-pu)
This year, the open rehearsal of Lohengrin coincides with Armed Forces Day. In special recognition of this occasion, we warmly welcome members of the military to attend the rehearsal. Admission will require advance ticket reservation and proof of registration.
We hope this opportunity invites military personnel into the theater to experience the power of opera, and transforms the theater into a warm and inclusive space for cultural connection and shared moments.
SYNOPSIS
King Heinrich seeks to resolve the political turmoil in Brabant and presides over the trial between Telramund and Elsa. Telramund accuses Elsa of murdering her brother to seize power alongside a secret lover. At the hearing, Elsa instead speaks of her hope for a knight to come to her rescue. In response, a mysterious knight appears and pledges to marry Elsa—on the condition that she never asks about his identity or origins. The knight then defeats Telramund in combat and is hailed as a hero, receiving enthusiastic cheers.
The disgraced couple, Telramund and Ortrud, are shunned by the people. Ortrud, obsessed with regaining power, urges Elsa to break the taboo. However, Elsa remains faithful to her love, refusing to break her promise or question the knight about his origins. The King officially announces the engagement of Elsa and the knight—the "Mysterious Protector of Brabant." Meanwhile, the enigmatic hero prepares to lead an army into battle. Desperate for allies, Telramund and Ortrud plot their next move. Ortrud infiltrates the wedding procession and publicly denounces Elsa's fiancé, claiming his origins are suspicious. Telramund also steps forward, accusing the knight of using sorcery to secure his victory.
In the bridal chamber, Elsa begins to doubt the origins of her mysterious husband, leading to an argument between the newlyweds. Telramund bursts into the room but is swiftly slain by the knight. The knight then agrees to reveal everything and declares himself Lohengrin, Knight of the Grail, sworn to uphold justice while concealing his true identity. However, because Elsa has broken her vow, he must now depart, and with his departure, Brabant's hope for a new protector vanishes.
Creative and Production Team
Conductor｜CHIEN Wen-pin
Stage Director｜Sabine HARTMANNSHENN
Assistant Stage Director｜Julia LANGEDER
Set Designer｜Dieter RICHTER
Costume Designer｜Susana MENDOZA
Lighting Designer｜Volker WEINHART
Technical Director｜Uwe KOCUR
Technical Supervisor｜Dirk BUSSE
König Heinrich der Vogler｜Andreas Bauer KANABAS
Lohengrin｜Brenden GUNNELL
Elsa von Brabant｜KENG Li
Friedrich von Telramund｜Martin Ng
Ortrud｜WENG Jo-pei
Der Heerrufer des Königs｜CHAO Fang-hao
Vier brabantische Edle｜James LAI, CHIEN Cheng-yu, HU Ting-wei, CHENG Yu-hsuan
Vier Edelknaben｜LEE Shih-yu, HO Hsin-pin, LEE Hsin-ying, WEI Tong
Orchestra｜Evergreen Symphony Orchestra
Chorus｜Taipei Philharmonic Chorus
Stage Band｜Kaohsiung City Wind Orchestra
Original production created by Deutsche Oper am Rhein Düsseldorf-Duisburg
|
Programs
9/4(Thu)-9/7(Sun)
|
|
©Matthias Jung _ Deutschen Oper am Rhein
This open rehearsal is held in recognition of Armed Forces Day. Military personnel are welcome to attend. Ticket holders are required to present valid military identification at the entrance.
- Presenter: Weiwuying
- Duration is 280 minutes, with two intermissions.
- Performend in German with both English and Mandarin surtitles.
The performance contains intimacy on stage. Viewer discretion is advised.
- Age guidance 7+
- Latecomers must follow staff instructions for entry and re-entry.
Helpful Guide
