What a great way to start a season! Aribert Reimann’s Lear is a monumental work, so it is only fitting that it is staged in a monumental setting on a monumental stage. The Komische Oper has used the Flughafen Tempelhof to great effect over the last four seasons, and I am always impressed by how […]
Hypnotic & Unhinged: Inside Deutsche Oper Berlin’s Epic New Contemporary Season
October 9, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Berlin is spoiled with three opera houses of renown. They all showcase incredible programming—ranging from classical opera and ballet to operettas and contemporary productions. However, each house specialises in its own distinct genre, shaped heavily by the legendary leaders at their helm, writes Berlin arts correspondent Sabine ‘Bee’ Koch. Berlin’s Three Iconic Opera Houses First, […]
