‘The Mothers of Kherson’ to World Premiere at Polish National Opera; Aleksandra Kurzak, Erin Morley & Alice Coote to Sing in Met Opera Run

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“The Mothers of Kherson,” a new opera by Ukrainian composer Maxim Kolomiiets and American librettist George Brant, will receive its fully staged world premiere at the Teatr Wielki–Polish National Opera in Warsaw, followed by a staging at the Met in April 2028. The opera’s commission grew out of the Met’s commitment to supporting Ukraine following Russia’s full-scale invasion in 2022. {…}

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Polish National Opera Releases ‘Così fan tutte’ Recording

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The Polish National Opera has released a production of “Così fan tutte” on demand. The production from the 2023-24 season was one of the most hotly debated productions with critics unanimously praising the production’s excellent musical quality and highly praised the cast’s vocal performances. The new recording captures Wojciech Faruga’s staging and features a cast that includes Aleksandra Orłowska, Zuzanna Nalewajek, {…}

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Piotr Beczała to Perform at Polish National Opera

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On May 27, the Moniuszko Auditorium of the Polish National Opera will present a concert with Piotr Beczała. The audience will hear excerpts from operas by Richard Wagner, Giuseppe Verdi, Giacomo Puccini and Stanisław Moniuszko. The Orchestra of the Teatr Wielki – Polish National Opera will be led by Clelia Cafiero. Beczała is one of the most sought-after artists who {…}

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Jakub Józef Orliński, Malin Byström, Aigul Akhmetshina, Tomasz Konieczny, Monika Radecka, Evelyn Herlitzius, Ausrine Stundyte, Artur Ruciński Lead Polish National Opera’s 2026-27 Season

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The Polish National Opera has announced its 2026-27 season. New Productions Keri-Lynn Wilson conducts the world premiere of Maxim Kolomiiets’ “The Mothers of Kherson” in a production by Barbara Wysocka. The cast includes Izabela Matuła, Hanna Sosnowska-Bill, Weronika Wojtkowska, Elissa Pfaender, Małgorzata Walewska, Jadwiga Postrożna, Andrei Bondarenko, Katarzyna Wietrzny, Tomasz Rak, Ólafur Sigurdarson, Tadeusz Szlenkier, and Adrian Domarecki. Performance Dates: Oct. 16-27, 2026 Paweł Mykietyn’s {…}

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Polish National Opera to Open New Production of ‘Falstaff’

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The Polish National Opera is set to open a new production of Verdi’s “Falstaff.” The production will open on April 17 and run through 26, 2026 at the Moniuszko Auditorium with Marek Weiss directing. The production will mark Weiss’ 50th year of his artistic career and will mark the 150th theatre performance he has directed. In a statement he said, {…}

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Tomasz Konieczny & Camilla Nylund Lead Polish National Opera Concert

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The Polish National Opera is set to present a concert with Tomasz Konieczny and Camilla Nylund. The concert will be held on April 12 at the Moniuszko Auditorium of the Grand Theatre – National Opera. The concert will be dedicated to Richard Wagner and will be conducted by Robert Jindra. The repertoire will include music by “Tristan und Isolde,” “Die Walküre,” {…}

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Teatr Wielki Polish National Opera Names New Music Director

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Teatr Wielki – Polish National Opera has appointed Yoel Gamzou as Music Director beginning with the 2026-27 season. The conductor will serve a four-year mandate, succeeding Patrick Fournillier, who has led the orchestra since the 2020/21 season. Gamzou first appeared at the Warsaw house in January 2026, conducting a symphony concert featuring music by Beethoven, Strauss, and Prokofiev. He has {…}

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Artur Ruciński & Pretty Yende Lead Concert at Polish National Opera

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The Polish National Opera will continue its “Great Voices” series on Feb. 8, 2026 with a concert featuring Artur Ruciński and Pretty Yende. The two artists will perform music by Giuseppe Verdi, Vincenzo Bellini, and Giacomo Puccini. Alfonso Todisco conducts the evening. Ruciński is a specialist in Verdi and the bel canto repertoire and is among the most recognized and {…}

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Polish National Opera to Present New Production of ‘Die Frau Ohne Schatten’

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The Polish National Opera is set to present “Die Frau ohne Schatten.” The opera will be performed in a new production by Mariusz Treliński who will reimagine the work as a contemporary account of a woman experiencing spiritual burnout. The production is inspired by the films of Lars von Trier and Ingmar Bergman, and weaves symbolism and realism, psychological depth, and {…}

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‘The Mothers of Kherson’ to World Premiere at Polish National Opera; Aleksandra Kurzak, Erin Morley & Alice Coote to Sing in Met Opera Run

Polish National Opera Releases ‘Così fan tutte’ Recording

Piotr Beczała to Perform at Polish National Opera

Jakub Józef Orliński, Malin Byström, Aigul Akhmetshina, Tomasz Konieczny, Monika Radecka, Evelyn Herlitzius, Ausrine Stundyte, Artur Ruciński Lead Polish National Opera’s 2026-27 Season

Polish National Opera to Open New Production of ‘Falstaff’

Tomasz Konieczny & Camilla Nylund Lead Polish National Opera Concert

Teatr Wielki Polish National Opera Names New Music Director

Artur Ruciński & Pretty Yende Lead Concert at Polish National Opera

Polish National Opera to Present New Production of ‘Die Frau Ohne Schatten’