Le Poème Harmonique / Dumestre

Performers:

Le Poème Harmonique
Eva Zaïcik, Cretidea (mezzo-soprano)
Lucile Richardot, Ramira (contralto)
Floriane Hasler, Cassandra (mezzo-soprano)
Victor Sicard, Roberto (baritone)
François Rougier, Giannino (tenor)
Anas Séguin, Gelsomino (bass-baritone)
Vincent Dumestre, direction

Opera rediscovery from Venice
Two castaways are stranded on an island ruled by women, where the men are docile, flirtatious and even a little shy. Princess Cretidea rules unchallenged over her subjects until she falls madly in love with Roberto, the castaway who refuses to obey the island's laws. Even if the burlesque energy of the reversed relationships between the sexes is ultimately a mere thought experiment and the expected roles are reintroduced at the end, »L'uomo femmina« offers plenty of material for contemporary debate. The speed of the recitatives and the sparkling humour of the music by Handel's London rival Galuppi must have appealed to the young Mozart, who was six years old at the time of the opera's premiere.

program

Baldassare Galuppi
L'uomo femmina. Dramma giocoso in drei Akten (1762)

Place

Wiener Konzerthaus – A Temple of Music and Culture

The Wiener Konzerthaus is one of Europe's most prestigious concert venues and a cornerstone of Vienna’s vibrant musical scene. Since its opening in 1913, it has stood for musical excellence, stylistic diversity, and artistic innovation. With four magnificent halls – the Great Hall, Mozart Hall, Schubert Hall, and Berio Hall – the Konzerthaus offers exceptional acoustics and accommodates up to 1,865 guests.

From classical music and opera to jazz, world music, and contemporary compositions, the Wiener Konzerthaus is renowned for its diverse programming, featuring both international stars and emerging talents. Alongside the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, world-class orchestras, soloists, and ensembles grace its stage, making it an essential destination for music lovers.

Getting There by Public Transport

The Wiener Konzerthaus is centrally located in the 3rd district and easily accessible by public transport:

Subway:

• U4 Stadtpark station – about a 5-minute walk
• U3/U4 Landstraße (Wien Mitte) station – about a 10-minute walk

Tram:

• Lines 2, 71, D (stop Schwarzenbergplatz) – about a 3-minute walk

Bus:

• Line 4A (stop Schwarzenbergplatz)

Train:

• Wien Mitte/Landstraße (connection to CAT, S-Bahn, and subway) – about a 10-minute walk

With its excellent transport connections, the Wiener Konzerthaus is easily reachable for both locals and international visitors.
Wiener Konzerthaus – A World-Class Musical Experience.

As one of Vienna’s most important cultural institutions, the Wiener Konzerthaus seamlessly blends tradition and modernity, offering unforgettable concerts in one of the world’s most beautiful concert halls.