Wagner's Tristan und Isolde (UK Premiere of Production with Visuals by Bill Viola)
Birmingham International Concert Season 2010/11
Symphony Hall
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‘…The overall impact is shattering. A great occasion, no question.’ The Guardian
‘It could well be a very long time before something this great comes our way again.’ Los Angeles Times
‘One of the greatest experiences of my artistic life’ Esa-Pekka Salonen
This performance is, quite simply, an unmissable event that is one of the highlights of the UK cultural calendar: a partnership of three of the greatest artists of the present time – conductor Esa-Pekka Salonen, artistic collaborator Peter Sellars and film artist Bill Viola. Set against the stunning backdrop of Viola’s film projections, this UK premiere promises to bring a new intensity to Wagner’s hymn to love and death.
Classic FM’s Anne-Marie Minhall, says of tonight’s recommended concert:
“Wagner’s tale of forbidden love was inspired by Arthurian legend. The composer himself said that the story is ’one of endless yearning, longing, the bliss and wretchedness of love…one sole redemption – death, finality, a sleep without awakening.’”
Click here to view a lecture by Bill Viola on Tristan und Isolde.
Watch a short film about the production, including exclusive behind the scenes footage.
Concert performance with visual projections. Sung in German with English surtitles.
Philharmonia Orchestra
Esa-Pekka Salonen conductor
Gary Lehman Tristan
Violeta Urmana Isolde
Anne Sofie von Otter Brangäne
Matthew Best* King Marke
Jukka Rasilainen Kurwenal
Stephen Gadd Melot
Joshua Ellicott* Shepherd/Sailor
Darren Jeffery Helmsman
Philharmonia Voices
Bill Viola visual artist
Peter Sellars artistic collaborator
*Please note the change of cast from that originally advertised.
Wagner Tristan und Isolde 255’
There will be two 30 minute intervals and the concert will end at approximately 10.30pm.
Please note that due to video scenes with nudity, this performance is not recommended for under-14s.
Tristan und Isolde co-producers: Philharmonia Orchestra, Konzerthaus Dortmund and Lucerne Festival
In association with: Southbank Centre London and Symphony Hall, Birmingham
Also performed in: KKL, Lucerne (10 September), Konzerthaus, Dortmund (17 September) and Southbank Centre, London (26 September)
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Choir, Chorus Boxes, Stalls front four rows not available. Reduced availability in the Terraces, Upper Circle Ledges, Grand Tier Ledges and Platform Boxes.
There are limited seats available for this performance. Most of the available seats have a restricted view.
Discounts also available for 60 plus, students and under 25s online, by phone or in person.
Discounts available for children, wheelchair users, disabled patrons and their companions and concert package bookers in person or by phone.
Discounts available for groups of 11+ by calling 0800 358 7070.
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Part of Birmingham International Concert Season 2010/11
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