Step into a universe where music, light, and movement unite in a breathtaking retelling of the world’s origins—Joseph Haydn’s The Creation, reimagined by the visionary Spanish theatre collective La Fura dels Baus. These photographs capture the explosive creativity and boundary-pushing artistry that define this one-of-a-kind production at the 73rd Ljubljana Festival. Through my lens, you’ll witness a spectacle where classical music meets modern stage magic: acrobats soar above the stage, digital projections swirl, and a living, breathing set transforms with every note. Under the direction of Carlus Padrissa, La Fura dels Baus invites the audience not just to watch, but to become part of the unfolding story—a journey from chaos to order, from darkness to light, mirroring the very act of creation itself. On stage, the Symphony Orchestra of the Alicante ADDA Auditorium, the Slovenian Philharmonic Choir, and acclaimed soloists—soprano Alba Fernández-Cano, tenor Víctor Sordo, and baritone Toni Marsol—bring Haydn’s masterpiece to life, guided by the dynamic conductor Josep Vicent. The production honors the spiritual and musical depth of Haydn’s oratorio, while infusing it with the daring, immersive style for which La Fura dels Baus is renowned. Every image in this gallery aims to transport you into this sensory and […] Read More
Step into the world of L’incoronazione di Poppea, Claudio Monteverdi’s final operatic masterpiece—a tale where love, ambition, and power collide on the stage of ancient Rome. These photographs capture the drama and intensity of a story that, though centuries old, resonates with a striking modernity. Through my lens, you will witness Nero’s obsession with Poppea, a woman whose beauty and cunning drive her relentless pursuit of the crown. The images reflect the opera’s interplay of desire and betrayal, as Poppea’s ambition leads her from the shadows of intrigue to the throne itself. Every frame seeks to evoke the emotional depth and vibrant energy of Monteverdi’s music, as well as the sensitive drama brought to life by the talented cast and musicians. This production, staged by the students of the Ljubljana Academy of Music, revives the opera at the Ljubljana Opera House after more than 35 years, embracing historical performance practices—from period instruments to authentic vocal styles—never before seen in Slovenia. Through these photographs, I invite you to experience the timeless spectacle of Poppea’s coronation and the enduring relevance of a story where the pursuit of power and love knows no bounds Read More
Stage Adaptation and Choreography by Leo Mujić Set Designer Stefano Katunar Costume Designer Manuela Paladin Šabanović Lighting Designer Aleksandar Čavlek Dramaturg Bálint Rauscher Assistant Set Designer Nastja Miheljak Performance Assistants Mojca Kalar Simić, Viktor Isajčev, Regina Križaj Dramaturgical Consultancy Tatjana Ažman Read More
Pankrti (The Bastards in Slovene) were a punk rock band from Ljubljana, Slovenia, active in the late 1970s and 1980s. They were known for provocative and political songs. They billed themselves as The First Punk Band Behind The Iron Curtain. They are one of the most important former Yugoslav punk groups and one of the first punk rock bands ever formed in a communist country. Read More
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