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The opera created from two unfinished masterpieces by Mozart can be seen for the last time
The comic opera L'oca del Cairo, ossia Lo sposo deluso (The Goose of Cairo, or The Deluded Bridegroom), which can also be interpreted as a forerunner of Le nozze di Figaro and Così fan tutte, featuring numerous interesting and rarely heard Mozartian motifs, can be seen for the last time on 20 and 22 February 2026, at the Eiffel Art Studios of the Hungarian State Opera. The principal roles in Attila Toronykőy’s production are performed by István Kovács, Gabriella Balga, Yanis Benabdallah, and Péter Balczó, with the OPERA Orchestra conducted by Pál Németh.Feb. 5, 2026, 2:24 p.m. -
Record number of applicants to the Hungarian National Ballet
Applicants from nearly 70 countries across six continents, more than 1,400 people in total, applied to the audition of the Hungarian State Opera’s ballet company held on 1 February 2026, representing an increase of more than 26% compared to the previous two years. A graduating student of the Hungarian Dance University also received a contract offer for the 2026/27 season.Feb. 5, 2026, 2:17 p.m. -
Stars from the MET and the Mariinsky debut with leading Hungarian singers in Tosca
Ailyn Pérez, a star of New York’s Metropolitan Opera, and Vladislav Sulimsky, a leading singer of the Mariinsky Theatre in Saint Petersburg, will appear on the stage of the Opera House for the first time in the series of performances of Tosca, running from 7 to 24 February 2026. In Puccini’s opera, alongside the international guest artists, Horti Lilla, Szabolcs Brickner, and Károly Szemerédy will also make their debuts in leading roles. The performances will be conducted by Gergely Kesselyák. In addition to the nearly sold-out performances, the OPERA has announced an additional new date on 17 February.Jan. 30, 2026, 3:16 p.m.
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