Attending the world premiere of an opera is always a special occasion, and even more so if it is the first opera by its composer. If one adds to all this the fact that the venue is the Theater an der Wien, whose history is filled with premieres of musical masterpieces, the cup of interest cannot be more full of curiosity and expectations.
First of all I must say that the premiere of A Harlot’s Progress was a success, something that is much needed in the world of opera in the times in which we live. It was really a remarkable musical performance with a convincing stage production and an excellent cast, headed by the superlative Diana Damrau.
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