Seattle Opera: Humperdinck’s 'Hansel & Gretel'
$15 & up
Engelbert Humperdinck – Hansel & Gretel
UNEXPECTED ADVENTURE. Not seen at Seattle Opera for 23 years, Humperdinck's impressive adaptation of the iconic Grimm story has been an international favorite since its premiere. With refreshing humor and Wagnerian orchestration, this atmospheric fable explores universal themes of poverty, peril, and bravery, culminating in happiness for all – save for one very bad witch! Laurent Pelly's "astonishing” (WhatsOnStage) production celebrates the richness of imagination and offers entertaining commentary on the pitfalls of consumerism in the modern world. Provocative, dreamy, and melodious, it’s unlike any fairy tale you’ve ever seen.
This performance is a Family Day matinee. For this specially designated performance, students age 18 and under pay only $15 for almost any seat. Family Days also feature special student-oriented activities before the performance and during intermission, such as a costume dress-up station or the chance to interact with members of the chorus and orchestra.
In German with English subtitles
Approximate Running Time: 2 hours, 15 minutes, with 1 intermission