“Strauss’ Die Fledermaus” is a playful opera that navigates comedic misunderstandings with twists and turns, including dance numbers. Its Halloween night production was a real crowd pleaser! The audience “ooh”-ed and “aww”-ed and chuckled out loud at ‘inside’ jokes throughout the performance. The impressive cast dazzled the stage with their stunning voices. Claire de Sévigné, who plays Adele, Lara Ciekiewicz, who plays Rosalinde, and Mireille Lebel, who plays Orlofsky, wowed the audience with their spectacular performances!
This modern adaptation of “Strauss’ Die Fledermaus” is set in the 1960s. It is witty and allows audiences to easily keep up with the plot of the opera while the orchestra performs enchanting tunes accompanied by the libretto. Whether it’s your first time at the opera or another one of many, “Strauss’ Die Fledermaus” is sure to please! For first time opera goers, the new twist to the original opera makes for an accessible and all-around fun time. For those who are connoisseurs of the opera, the innovative take will have you cheering and laughing. It’s also a wonderful opportunity for grown-ups to dress up in their masquerade ball costumes! Audience members wore masks during the intermission for an immersive experience.
In case you’re looking for memorable Halloween plans with friends, family or romantic partners, make sure to get your tickets for “Die Fledermaus” – and don’t forget to dress up!
You can get tickets to “Die Fledermaus” and other Vancouver Opera shows over here.
– Maira Hassan