Schubert: Fierrabras 2015
Schubert: Fierrabras (2015) brings Franz Schubert's rarely performed 1823 opera to life in a visually stunning Salzburg Festival production directed by Peter Stein.
Director: Peter Stein
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Schubert: Fierrabras (2015) about?
Set during Charlemagne's era, this 1823 Schubert opera tells the story of military conflict between Christians and Moors, framed by tales of friendship and forbidden love. At its core, it explores how bonds between people transcend war and prejudice, offering a message of unity.
Who directed Schubert: Fierrabras?
Peter Stein directed this Salzburg Festival staging. Known for his grand, immersive productions, Stein brought a theatrical vision that highlights both the scale and intimacy of Schubert's rarely performed opera.
Who stars in Schubert: Fierrabras?
The cast features Michael Schade, Julia Kleiter, Benjamin Bernheim, Dorothea Röschmann, Markus Werba, and Georg Zeppenfeld, delivering powerful vocal performances in this historic production.
Is Schubert: Fierrabras (2015) worth watching?
As a rare Schubert opera given its first full stage production, this 2015 Salzburg Festival staging is a must for opera lovers and adventurous filmgoers. Its blend of historical drama, sweeping music, and emotional depth makes it a standout experience, though newcomers may need patience for its length.
How long is Schubert: Fierrabras?
The runtime of Schubert: Fierrabras is 174 minutes, offering a near-three-hour operatic journey packed with dramatic intensity and musical brilliance.
About Schubert: Fierrabras (2015) — Rare Schubert opera staged live in Salzburg
Schubert: Fierrabras (2015) brings Franz Schubert's rarely performed 1823 opera to life in a visually stunning Salzburg Festival production directed by Peter Stein. This heroic-romantic masterpiece unfolds against the dramatic backdrop of the military clashes between Christians and Moors during Charlemagne's reign, weaving a tale of love, loyalty, and the enduring power of human connection over hatred and division. The Salzburg staging marks the opera's world premiere on stage, capturing its blend of epic storytelling and intimate emotional depth with breathtaking clarity.
Starring a powerhouse ensemble led by Michael Schade, Julia Kleiter, and Benjamin Bernheim, the production balances grand musical ambition with intimate character drama. Stein's direction transforms the 12th-century French epic into a timeless meditation on forgiveness and friendship, where the stage becomes a battlefield of ideals as much as swords. With a runtime of nearly three hours, Schubert: Fierrabras unfolds like a cinematic experience—rich in orchestral splendor and operatic intensity.