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European productions of Puccini's Tosca

Overview

In August 2026, several German and Austrian productions of Giacomo Puccini's opera "Tosca" are being featured.

In Germany, the Haus der Kultur Waldkraiburg announced a new subscription program for the 2026-27 season including "Tosca," while an open-air performance was scheduled for August 8 at Schloss Braunfels to mark the 20th anniversary of Opera Classica Europa.

Simultaneously, the Oper im Steinbruch St. Margarethen in Austria reported increased attendance for its mid-season production of "Tosca." Directed by Thaddeus Strassberger and conducted by Valerio Galli, the production utilizes a former Roman quarry and features an international cast. The production's management noted that the inclusion of artists from various nations serves as a way to connect people across political tensions.

Entities

Giacomo Puccini · Haus der Kultur Waldkraiburg · Oper im Steinbruch St. Margarethen · Daniel Serafin · Valerio Galli

Timeline

  1. 6 days ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Oper im Steinbruch St. Margarethen reports increased attendance for Tosca

    The Oper im Steinbruch St. Margarethen reports increased attendance for its production of Puccini's

  2. 11 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Puccini's 'Tosca' slated for multiple German performances in 2026

    Germany's 2026 cultural season includes Puccini's Tosca at Waldkraiburg's new subscription program and an open‑air performance at Schloss Braunfels celebrating a 20‑year tradition.

Sources

aktiv-regionalmagazin.de · concerti.ch · concerti.de · kulturgericht.at · oberlahn.de