Q & A: Serge Dorny, the Bayerische Staatsoper’s Intendant, on the 150th Munich Opera Festival

Before Bayreuth welcomed its first pilgrims or Verona set its spectacles under the stars, Munich had already begun its tradition of celebrating opera each summer. Founded in 1875 under the patronage of King Ludwig II, the Münchner Opernfestspiele is the world’s oldest continuously running opera festival. The festival’s 150th edition, which runs through July 31 offers an ambitious mix of {…}

Bayerische Staatsoper Extends Music Director & General Director’s Contract

The Bayerische Staatsoper has announced the extension of its Intendant and General Generalmusikdirektor. The company noted that Bayerische Staatsoper’s Generalmusikdirektor Vladimir Jurowski will extend his contract until 2028 with an option to renew for a further year and Intendant Serge Dorny will renew his contract until 2031. In a statement, Dorny said, “I would like to thank Minister of State Blume {…}