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Opera Road Trip

OperaVision
Opera
Vienna
Performances
Sirene Operntheater
Theater an Der Wien
Ukraine
Johann Strauss
Italy
Russian Aggression
Culture
Ireland
Alps
Irish National Opera
Wexford Festival Opera
Singing Competitions
Croatia
Poland
Giuseppe Verdi
Monteverdi's Orfeo
Festival Della Valle D'itria

Opera Road Trip (2025-2027) is OperaVision's two-year podcast series, a journey through the 17 countries that currently partner with OperaVision, discovering their operatic history and current relationship with the artform, and meeting along the way young talents finding their voice and seasoned professionals who have devoted their lives to the stage, discovering the diverse paths that have led th... more

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In this episode of OPERA Road Trip, host Sebastian F. Schwarz turns to France—one of the historic strongholds of the European operatic tradition—shaped by a dense network of public institutions, a strong culture of state support, and a long-standing ... more

In this episode of OPERA Road Trip, host Sebastian F. Schwarz turns to the United Kingdom, tracing a uniquely complex operatic landscape shaped as much by private initiative and tradition as by public institutions. From the courtly masques of the 17t... more

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Polish opera takes centre stage in this episode of Opera Road Trip. From Warsaw to Kraków, Gdańsk and Poznań, Sebastian F. Schwarz explores how Poland built one of Europe's most resilient and decentralised operatic ecosystems.

Introduced at the roy... more

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In this episode of Opera Road Trip, host Sebastian F. Schwarz turns to Croatia as a revealing case study for the operatic realities of smaller European countries. Blessed with one of the most striking Mediterranean coastlines and internationally know... more

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Recent Guests

Boris Kudlička
General Director of the Polish National Opera, Warsaw
Polish National Opera
Episode: Poland - Europe's fearless stage
Olga Pasychnik
Ukrainian-Polish soprano, prominent interpreter of Polish repertoire
Independent artist
Episode: Poland - Europe's fearless stage
Sir David Pountney
Renowned opera director with a long history of engagement with Polish works
Independent/Various companies including Briggans, Welsh National Opera
Episode: Poland - Europe's fearless stage
Iva Hraste-Sočo
General and Artistic Director of the Hrvatsko Narodno Kazalište, Croatian National Theatre Zagreb
Croatian National Theatre Zagreb
Episode: Croatia - Opera beyond the postcard
Diana Haller
Singer born in Rijeka, internationally active
Independent/Opera houses (internationally active performer)
Episode: Croatia - Opera beyond the postcard
Marko Mimica
Singer from Split, internationally active
Independent/Opera houses (internationally active performer)
Episode: Croatia - Opera beyond the postcard
Beata Klatka
Director of the Stanisław Moniuszko Vocal Competition
Polish National Opera
Episode: Singing competitions - Has the jury reached a verdict?
Lars Flaaten
Director of the Queen Sonja Singing Competition
Queen Sonja Competition
Episode: Singing competitions - Has the jury reached a verdict?
Andrew Watts
Director of the International Voice Competition of Sertogenbosch
International Voice Competition
Episode: Singing competitions - Has the jury reached a verdict?

Host

Sebastian Schwarz
Host of Opera Road Trip

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
  • Extraordinary insights

    Thank to OperaVision & Nina Brazier for bringing us this candid insight to the world of Young Artist Programmes. It really helps to demystify the process that is usually kept under wraps. Keep up the good work!

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    Frankfurt 2020
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Engaging behind-the-scenes access to young artists and leadership is highly valuable for industry tastemakers.
High quality discussions with insiders offer actionable takeaways for aspiring guests and sponsors.
Listeners appreciate candid insights into competition dynamics and career pathways.
The show captures a broad, international view of opera that appeals to professionals and enthusiasts alike.

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#133
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#236
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Poland - Europe's fearless stage
Q: How does the broader cultural-political climate in Poland influence artistic decisions in opera today?
There is a positive state-supported framework that enables transformation, including technology upgrades and cross-institution collaboration; artistic freedom thrives when there is dialogue, trust, and governmental support.
Poland - Europe's fearless stage
Q: What makes world premieres particularly significant in the Polish operatic landscape, and how should directors approach them?
Directors should treat world premieres as the piece's first outing to the world, preserving the composer's and librettist's intentions while allowing the production to reflect contemporary contexts and the director's insight, rather than pushing their own persona over the work.
Poland - Europe's fearless stage
Q: Polish opera repertoire includes canonical works and living composers; how do you balance tradition with innovation to attract diverse audiences?
The balance comes from offering a mix of traditional works and new commissions, maintaining respect for history while embracing varied directorial and aesthetic approaches, including one commissioned opera per season to keep the repertoire fresh and relevant.
Toast au champagne - Opera in Vienna
Q: How do you see your role in nurturing emerging artists?
As an Intendant, Stefan aims to inspire new directors by sharing his experiences and fostering collaboration.
First stop: Italia
Q: Francesco, is Italy still an operatic superpower?
Francesco asserts that Italy remains an opera superpower, emphasizing the importance of innovation alongside preserving traditions in opera houses.

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Opera Road Trip examines how operatic culture evolves across countries by pairing historical context with contemporary practice. Each episode foregrounds national institutions, key composers, and current productions while weaving in perspectives from leaders, performers, and critics to reveal how regional scenes contribute to a global operatic ecosystem. The show spotlights leadership insights, international collaborations, and the career paths of young artists, offering listeners a lens into how national identities, audience development, and contemporary programming intersect with tradition. A notable strength is its country-by-country approach, which frequently features institution heads and celebrated performers to illuminate both instit... more

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2. Olga Pasychnik
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6. Marko Mimica
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