Tag Archives: Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg

Famed Director Otto Schenk Passes Away

Posted on January 9, 2025 by Edward Brain

Famed Opera Director Otto Schenk has passed away at the age of 94. Mr. Schenk was born June 12th, 1930 in Vienna, Austria. Starting out as an actor, he would switch over to directing plays in 1953. He would direct … Continue reading →

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Famed Bass Baritone Theo Adam Passes Away at 92

Posted on January 12, 2019 by Edward Brain

Famed German bass-baritone Theo Adam has passed away in his hometown of Dresden on Thursday January 10th, 2019.  He was 92. Mr Adam’s career spanned over four decades, starting with a performance of Weber’s Der Freischütz at the Staatsoper Dresden … Continue reading →

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Splendid Die Meistersinger in HD

Posted on December 14, 2014 by Edward Brain

On December 13th, the Metropolitan Opera presented Wagner’s Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg as part of its Live in HD broadcast schedule.  The production was directed by Otto Schenk with sets by Gunther Schneider-Siemssen.  The performance starred Michael Volle (Hans Sachs), … Continue reading →

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