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Experience Marina Abramović's '7 Deaths of Maria Callas' at the ENO

This November, the English National Opera (ENO) presents the UK premiere of Marina Abramović's enthralling opera, '7 Deaths of Maria Callas,' at the iconic London Coliseum.

Event Info

Date & Time

November 03 - November 11

Mon-Fri: 10am-6pm

Location

English National Opera, Saint Martin's Lane, London, UK

Tel: 020 7845 9300

Tickets & Prices

In this one-of-a-kind performance, Marina Abramović, a famous artist, marks her debut at ENO.

She delves into the life, accomplishments, and enduring influence of one of opera's most brilliant stars, Maria Callas. This is a special tribute as the ENO commemorates the 100th anniversary of Maria Callas, the American-born Greek soprano.

Marina Abramović's deep admiration for Maria Callas goes way back to when she was just fourteen and first heard Maria Callas perform in Yugoslavia. That moment sparked a lifelong connection based on their shared love for the arts.

In this performance, Maria Callas, often known as 'La Divina' or 'the divine one,' comes back to life through some of her most famous arias from beloved operas like La Traviata, Tosca, Madame Butterfly, Carmen, Otello, Lucia di Lammermoor, and Norma. These iconic arias are complemented by new music composed by Marko Nikodijević.

The experience is made even more captivating with short films featuring Marina Abramović and the talented actor Willem Dafoe. Throughout the show, Abramović takes on the role of the sleeping Callas, haunted by her unforgettable performances, all set against the backdrop of Callas's Paris apartment.

Marina Abramović isn't just the director; she's also the mastermind behind the design of this operatic masterpiece. She showcases her unwavering dedication, leading the award-winning ENO Orchestra alongside Conductor Yoel Gamzou, who has collaborated with Abramović on opera projects around the world. The stunning costumes for this performance are designed by Riccardo Tisci for Burberry.

Joining Marina Abramović on stage are seven talented singers who step into Callas's shoes, performing her iconic arias in their original languages, with English subtitles displayed above the stage.

Reserve your tickets now for an extraordinary journey into the timeless world of Maria Callas, brought to life by Marina Abramović.

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