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SUMMARY:Rienzi in HD
DESCRIPTION:Rienzi\, Wagner’s third opera\, was once his greatest success. The story of the Roman tribune combines rise and fall\, private tragedy and public vision. The original score is considered lost. This rarely performed work serves as a link between Grand Opéra and music drama\, with orchestral power and emotional depth. This HD screening of the performance in Bayreuth is a unique opportunity to rediscover Wagner’s early triumph – where it has never been heard before. \nDate & Venue Change: The screening will happen only on Monday\, 14 September at the Regal Times Square theatre. The entire opera will be shown on one night. \nhttps://wagnersocietyny.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/DEA282156454_Wagner_Rienzi_Trailer-2K_1920x1080p.mp4\n  \nPricing: $45 WSNY members\, $55 non-members\, WSNY Student members free \nPre-purchase required; no door sales \nSchedule: \nDoors: 5:45 p.m. \nAct 1 & 2: 6:00 p.m. \n          First Intermission: 7:56 p.m. (30 minutes) \nAct 3: 8:26 p.m. \nSecond Intermission: 9:16 p.m. (20 minutes) \nActs 4 & 5: 9:37 p.m. \nCredits: 10:38 p.m. \nEvent End: Approx. 10:41 p.m. \nThe Plot: \n\n\nRome in a time of turmoil: the noble families of the Colonna and the Orsini terrorize the population. The city is virtually without government and sinks into chaos; the Pope\, the only moral and spiritual authority\, is in exile in Avignon. Cola di Rienzi\, a papal notary and educated man of letters\, rises up against the tyrannical noble factions after his younger brother is brutally murdered. \nAt first\, Rienzi wins the support of the Roman people and of the Church and is appointed Tribune. He befriends Adriano\, the son of the noble Colonna family\, who is in love with Rienzi’s sister Irene\, and vows to free Rome from the tyranny of the nobility and to establish an idealistic republic of freedom\, unity\, and justice\, in which only the law prevails and all are equal before it. The Colonnas and Orsinis refuse to accept this; an attempt on Rienzi’s life\, however\, fails. At the urging of Rienzi’s sister Irene and her beloved Adriano\, Rienzi pardons his enemies. \nThe nobles nevertheless continue to plot his downfall and return with an army. Rienzi leads the Roman citizens to victory—but at a terrible cost. His idealism turns into hubris\, and despite his triumph he loses the support of his followers\, of the people\, and above all of the Church. Adriano also turns away from him. Only Rienzi’s sister remains loyal to her brother and to the ideal of a new Rome. Both are besieged in the Capitol\, which is set ablaze by the Roman populace. Even Adriano can no longer save them. \n\n\nAbout this Version: \nThe Bayreuth version for 2026 argues that\, had a “final version” been created around 1871\, Rienzi would certainly have found its place in the Bayreuth canon of works “from The Flying Dutchman onwards”. For the ten works of the so-called “Bayreuth canon” are not based on a will or authoritative formulations in the foundation deed of the Richard Wagner Foundation Bayreuth\, but exclusively on passages from Wagner’s letters to King Ludwig II of Bavaria from 1882.  \nThe team has strived for a version that has considered the aforementioned layers of tradition as carefully as the history of reception. Likewise\, the Rienzi philology of recent decades has been meticulously taken into account. Furthermore\, the team has attempted to uncover new sources and reconstruct parts of the score believed to be lost. \nForm and design naturally lead inevitably to the question of cuts and processes. In this\, too\, the team followed the musical dramaturgy just as Wagner’s – also later – self-assessments. When Wagner 1871 writes\, “they should see the fire in Rienzi; I was a music director and wrote a great opera; that this music director has given them such nuts to crack afterwards\, that should surprise them”\, one notices the value of this “fire”\, which for the later “nuts” was just as indispensable as “every finale like a frenzy\, a drunken nonsense of suffering and joy” (1878). But also self-critical things\, like the “emptiness that one screws on when one can’t think of anything.” (1879) was taken into account in the version for 2026. Not only a comprehensible sequence of the plot lines was important to the team\, but also the internal structure of the individual musical numbers. Here\, too\, the “unhealthy” relationship between Rienzi and his sister Irene plays an essential role. Not only because it refers to the later incest constellation in the Walküre\, but also because it is fundamental to the emotional – and thus musically formed – triangle story Rienzi-Irene-Adriano. For the directorial concept\, the question was therefore before their eyes where Wagner musically explored the psychology and emotionality of the characters in their depth. It seemed more important to investigate what politics does to people and not the other way around\, and where the music-dramatic treatment of these questions can be found in the score. These emotional constellations – against a background of political history – are what generate the outstanding quality of the individual numbers and scenes in the first place. \nEven if Wagner had only written Rienzi\, the opera is a unique masterpiece sui generis\, which would have found its place in the genre history of European musical theater even without the authorship of the later Bayreuth master. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Experience: Two 30-minute intermissions allow for a break between acts. Refreshments are available for purchase: snacks\, candy\, soft drinks\, and hot food – menu online here. Outside food and drink are not permitted inside the building. Seating is general admission; the performance will be screened with English subtitles. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCast & Creative: \nConductor: Nathalie Stutzmann\nDirector: Alexandra Szemerédy\, Magdolna Parditka\nStage design: Alexandra Szemerédy\, Magdolna Parditka\nCostumes: Alexandra Szemerédy\, Magdolna Parditka\nLighting: Bernd Gallasch\nVideo: Leonard Koch\nDramaturgy: Markus Kiesel\nChoral Conducting: Thomas Eitler-de Lint \nCola Rienzi\, päpstlicher Notar: Andreas Schager\nIrene\, seine Schwester: Gabriela Scherer\nSteffano Colonna\, Haupt der Familie Colonna: Andreas Bauer Kanabas\nAdriano\, sein Sohn: Jennifer Holloway\nPaolo Orsini\, Haupt der Familie Orsini: Michael Nagy\nKardinal Raimondo\, päpstlicher Legat: Vitalij Kowaljow\nBaroncelli: Matthias Stier\nCecco del Vecchio: Michael Kupfer-Radecky\nEin Friedensbote: Victoria Randem \nMore to Explore: The Bayreuth Festival digital program book (PDF) in German and English can be purchased and downloaded online here. The libretto for this version (exclusive to Bayreuth) in German only can be purchased and downloaded online here. Introductory lecture by Dr. Sven Friedrich with English auto-subtitles can be viewed online here. Join us for our Panel Discssuion on the work on September 24.
URL:https://wagnersocietyny.org/event/rienzi-in-hd/
LOCATION:Regal Times Square\, 247 W 42nd St.\, New York\, NY\, 10036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bayreuth,Concert Streaming
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SUMMARY:Die Meistersinger in HD: Bayreuth Premiere
DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, July 25\, 2025\, in Bayreuth\, Germany\, a bold new production of Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg will premiere—one of the most anticipated events of the Wagnerian calendar. This September\, we’ll bring the performance to midtown Manhattan in a stunning High-Definition re-stream at a modern screening room with immersive Dolby Atmos sound and crystal-clear 4k visuals. Experience the energy of Bayreuth’s opening night without leaving New York—no black tie\, no travel\, and yes\, air conditioning. \nSettle into plush seating and lose yourself in Wagner’s celebration of art\, tradition\, and individuality—reimagined by musical theatre veteran Matthias Davids and conducted by Daniele Gatti. This is not just another opera screening—it’s a front-row seat to a major cultural moment\, shared with fellow enthusiasts in comfort and style. \nDolby88 Screening Room \nAbout the production: Matthias Davids\, best known as the award‑winning director of musicals such as Jesus Christ Superstar\, West Side Story and Sweeney Todd at German-language theatres like Düsseldorf and Vienna\, and — as artistic head of the musical division at the Landestheater Linz — has now taken on Wagner’s only mature comedy for his Bayreuth debut. Davids has said that his aim is to uncover the inherent humor in Die Meistersinger\, not to reduce it to buffoonery\, but to let those moments illuminate the opera’s loftier emotional truths — and he’s leaned deeply into Wagner’s own stage directions to craft a production that feels “plausible” to modern audiences. With Georg Zeppenfeld as Hans Sachs\, Michael Nagy as Beckmesser\, Michael Spyres as Walther\, and Christina Nilsson as Eva\, the work will be conducted by maestro Daniele Gatti\, who notably returns to Bayreuth after conducting Parsifal from 2008–11. \nEnjoy this unique performance opportunity and then join us later in the week for a panel discussion on the influence and impact of the work. \nPricing: $45 for WSNY members. If the event is full\, submit your name and e-mail address in the form below to be added to the waitlist and be notified by e-mail of any openings. All waitlisted persons are notified at once and remaining tickets are first-come\, first-served. \nSchedule (please note revised intermission durations): \n\n\n\n4:00 p.m.\ndoors open\n\n\n4:30 p.m.\nperformance begins\n\n\n5:55 p.m.\nAct I end / Intermission 1 start\n\n\nIntermission duration:\n15 minutes\n\n\n6:10 p.m.\nIntermission 1 end / Act II start\n\n\n7:11 p.m.\nAct II end / Intermission 2 start\n\n\nIntermission duration:\n30 minutes\n\n\n7:41 p.m.\nIntermission 2 end / Act III begin\n\n\n10:00 p.m.\nAct III / performance end\n\n\n\n  \nThe Experience: The first intermission allows for a short break between acts. The second intermission gives guests time to enjoy a quick dinner or dessert at one of the many casual restaurants nearby. Please note that food and drink are not permitted inside the auditorium\, and lobby space is limited\, with very few seats or tables available. We encourage you to step outside\, stretch your legs\, and enjoy the neighborhood during the longer break—just be sure to return in time for the next act! This is a unique opportunity to experience a legendary Bayreuth performance in real time\, with built-in moments to relax and recharge between acts. \nSeating is general admission; the performance will be screened with subtitles. \nDigital Program Book: Available from the Bayreuther Festspiele as an e-book for 5.00 € online here. \nCast & Creative: \n\n\n\nConductor\nDaniele Gatti\nUlrich Eisslinger\nMatthew Newlin\n\n\nDirector\nMatthias Davids\nAugustin Moser\nGideon Poppe\n\n\nStage design\nAndrew D. Edwards\nHermann Ortel\nAlexander Grassauer\n\n\nDramaturgy\nChristoph Wagner-Trenkwitz\nHans Schwarz\nTijl Faveyts\n\n\nHans Sachs\nGeorg Zeppenfeld\nHans Foltz\nPatrick Zielke\n\n\nVeit Pogner\nJongmin Park\nWalther von Stolzing\nMichael Spyres\n\n\nKunz Vogelgesang\nMartin Koch\nDavid\nMatthias Stier\n\n\nKonrad Nachtigal\nWerner Van Mechelen\nEva\nChristina Nilsson\n\n\nSixtus Beckmesser\nMichael Nagy\nMagdalene\nChrista Mayer\n\n\nFritz Kothner\nJordan Shanahan\nEin Nachtwächter\nTobias Kehrer\n\n\nBalthasar Zorn\nDaniel Jenz
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LOCATION:Dolby Screening Room\, 1350 Avenue of the Americas\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert Streaming
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SUMMARY:Tristan und Isolde in HD: Bayreuth Premiere
DESCRIPTION:A new production premiere\, streamed for the first time in New York City: join us for the Bayreuth Festival’s opening night. \nOn Thursday\, July 25 in Bayreuth\, Germany\, an eagerly-anticipated new Tristan und Isolde will premiere. Just nine hours later\, we’ll re-stream the performance in High-Definition video in a luxurious\, modern movie theatre in Lower Manhattan. \nThe event: Tristan und Isolde\, new production premiere and the opening of the festival. Andreas Schager returns as Tristan\, and Camilla Nylund sings Isolde for the first time at Bayreuth.\nRuntime: approx. 4 hours including two 10-minute intermissions. The opera begins promptly at 7:00 p.m. \nThe venue: Alamo Drafthouse Lower Manhattan\, 28 Liberty Street\, Suite SC301\, New York NY\nSeating in luxury recliners with built-in tables and cupholders\, the in-house restaurant offers a full food and drink menu (burgers\, salads\, pizza\, finger foods\, beer\, cocktails\, coffee\, and soft drinks) with seasonal specials\, where orders are stealthily delivered to one’s seat mid-performance. \nThe experience: A live-in-HD premiere like no other; a modern\, stylish\, and intimate theatre with superior visuals and immersive sound; a unique chance to view a new production of Richard Wagner’s opus metaphysicum; be at one of the opera world’s most anticipated events – no black tie required. And unlike events in the Festspielhaus\, there will be English subtitles\, air conditioning\, cold beer\, and dinner available during the performance. \nPricing: $40 for WSNY members\, $60 for non-members. Guests are responsible for their own food & drink orders (including a 20% auto-gratuity). \nUpdate: due to popular demand\, we’ve added a second auditorium and will present two simultaneous streams! \nAlamo Drafthouse Reclining Seats \nIntermissions: 10 minutes each\, at approximately 8:26 p.m. and 9:55 p.m. Program ends approx. 11:20 p.m. \nCast & Production: \nConductor: Semyon Bychkov\nDirector: Thorleifur Örn Arnarsson \nTristan: Andreas Schager\nMarke: Günther Groissböck\nIsolde: Camilla Nylund\nKurwenal: Olafur Sigurdarson\nMelot: Birger Radde\nBrangäne: Christa Mayer\nEin Hirt: Daniel Jenz\nEin Steuermann: Lawson Anderson\nJunger Seemann: Matthew Newlin \nStage design: Vytautas Narbutas\nCostumes: Sibylle Wallum\nDramaturgy: Andri Hardmeier\nLighting: Sascha Zauner\nEnsembles: Bayreuth Festival Chorus\, Bayreuth Festival Orchestra \n  \nVenue Directions: \n\nAlamo Drafthouse Lower Manhattan\, 28 Liberty Street\, Suite SC301\, New York NY 10005\, located in Sub-Basement 2 and Sub-Basement 3 of the 28 Liberty Building in the Financial District. From the entrance to the 28 Liberty Building located on Liberty St.\, enter through the revolving glass doors and walk straight ahead to the escalators. Take the escalator down twice to Sub-Basement 2 to access our concierge desk and the Press Room bar. Alternatively\, you can take the elevators from the 28 Liberty Building lobby directly to Sub-Basement 2. Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Lower Manhattan is easily accessible by the NYC Subway system\, closest to the 2\, 3\, 4\, 5\, J\, Z. It is also very close to the Fulton St Transit Hub and the World Trade Center Transit Hub.
URL:https://wagnersocietyny.org/event/tristan-und-isolde-in-hd-bayreuth-premiere/
LOCATION:Alamo Drafthouse Lower Manhttan\, 28 Liberty Street\, Suite SC301\, New York\, NY\, 10005\, United States
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