Performance

The grand opera without a happy ending...   An elderly music enthusiast drew my attention to Samson, telling me about Voltaire's libretto; he even sketched out a preliminary scenario for my use. Thus Saint-Saëns wrote in a letter to Henri Collet, revealing at the same time his desire to reference the tradition of oratorio in Samson and Delilah. Hence, the work, not being an "action opera," in its construction contains more purely ...

A new original performance in the dramaturgical and choreographic concept by one of the most esteemed Polish dance artists, Robert Bondar. The musical layer will feature, among others, Debussy's "La Mer" and Benjamin Britten's "Four Sea Interludes" from the opera "Peter Grimes". These compositions offer excellent opportunities to explore the various facets of the sea, which will also allow nature to narrate emotional states to us.

SNOW WHITE with music by Bogdan Pawłowski premiered at the Grand Theatre in Łódź in 1970 and, although it immediately received tremendous applause from the audience, no one expected that it would break all records and remain on stage for almost half a century! To this day, it has had around 40 premieres on four continents and brought immense popularity to the author, as well as unwavering affection from young viewers. Successive ...

Antonín Dvořák STABAT MATER concert March 29, 2024 | 8:00 PM   The oratorio Stabat Mater op. 58 by Antonín Dvořák is a composition for four voices, choir, and orchestra set to the medieval text by Jacopone da Todi, depicting the poignant scene of the Mother mourning the death of her crucified Son.   It was believed that Dvořák began composing the Stabat Mater in February ...

Dancers from our theater ballet, although it's hard to deny them experience and knowledge, also have ballet lessons every day. It's systematic practice that gives them strength and form. We invite all of you to a real classical dance lesson led by the first soloist of the ballet of the Grand Theatre in Łódź - Krzysztof Pabjańczyk. After the lesson, when you get tired, a pair of dancers Monika Maciejewska-Potockas and Gintautas ...

At the Grand Theatre in Łódź, a spaceship lands by chance! It turns out that its incredibly complicated spacecraft doesn't run on ordinary fuel, but on music—music that doesn't exist on Earth. Our guest must quickly learn our earthly music to properly modify the engines, refuel the ship, and continue flying, exploring the universe.   For the meeting (taken from another spectacle), artists Patrycja ...

Around Christmas time, carol concerts are always a great idea, and a concert featuring the talented youth from our Children and Youth Choir is sure to capture your interest. Christmas is the most anticipated time of the year. However, like all good things, it quickly passes. To immerse you in the extraordinary Christmas atmosphere, we invite you to a carol concert performed by the Children and Youth Choir of the Grand Theatre in Łódź. The ...

Concert of Childlike Sensitivity   Opera enthusiasts (and not only!) are well acquainted with the feelings that arise in them when children appear on stage! Unfortunately, this doesn't happen often, and when it does, it always evokes surprise, a thrill of emotions, great sympathy, and warm appreciation. Even if the kids don't perform major and responsible musical-vocal roles, they always do it with earnestness and charm, ...

Hakuna Matata, how wonderful it sounds; Hakuna Matata, it's not just a whim! Don't worry, until the end of your days! Learn two joyful words - HAKUNA MATATA!   The famous hit from the equally famous movie, not only for children - The Lion King, is the guiding motto of another musical morning for a reason. Don't worry, or as some would say, No worries - it's the best encouragement to enjoy a musical and vocal (Sunday!) relaxation ...