The Master Singers of Nuremberg

The New York Times describes this new staging of Richard Wagner's "Meistersinger" as a fresh, charming, and perceptive production that is magical and irresistible. Bursting upon the Salzburg Festival like a thunderclap, Stefan Herheim's idea of staging a midsummer night's dream as a fairytale narrative is enchanting. The admirably matched ensemble of excellent singer-players brings sharp contours to their roles, and the brilliant details of characterization make each scene an experience to cherish. The unbelievably lavish and absolutely splendid stage set radiates youthful charm and conjures up a flood of incomparable images.

Roberto Sacca as Walther von Stolzing shows effortless control in his superb realization of the role, while Michael Volle has both the voice and the acting ability to flesh out a fascinatingly multi-layered portrait of the masterful Hans Sachs. The Vienna State Opera's chorus convincingly acts out the crowds, while the Vienna Philharmonic's sound is described as splendid by the Neue Zürcher Zeitung.

Overall, this production of "Meistersinger" has been met with high praise for its enchanting and captivating storytelling, excellent performances, and lavish stage design that creates an unforgettable experience for the audience.

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