Wiener Blut – A New Operetta Production Premieres in leoben, December 2025
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A new production of Johann Strauss’s beloved operetta, Wiener Blut (Viennese Blood), is set to premiere on December 20, 2025, at the Musiktheater Leoben in Austria. This lively and comedic work promises a delightful evening of music and intrigue, exploring themes of love, infidelity, and the unique spirit of Vienna.
About Wiener Blut
Wiener Blut, composed by Johann Strauss II, premiered in 1873.It’s renowned for its infectious melodies, sparkling wit, and portrayal of Viennese society. The operetta centers around Count Karl-Franz, who, in the absence of his wife Gabriele, finds himself drawn into a web of romantic entanglements. He becomes infatuated with the dancer Franzi Cagliari and also develops an interest in Pepi Pleininger, the girlfriend of his servant Josef.Upon Gabriele’s return, a series of hilarious misunderstandings and mistaken identities unfold, culminating in a chaotic yet charming resolution. The operetta playfully suggests that one either possesses the vivacious “Viennese blood” or one dose not – a quality essential for navigating the complexities of love and social life in the Austrian capital.
Production Details
This new production is under the overall management of Christian thausing and features soprano Corina Koller in a leading role. The performance will be accompanied by the Leoben Operetta Orchestra. The cast also includes Martin Fournier, Franz Suhrada, Loes Cools, Yichi Xu, and Michael Großschädl, among others.
* Overall management: Christian Thausing
* Soprano: Corina Koller
* Orchestra: Leoben Operetta Orchestra
* Cast: Martin Fournier, Franz Suhrada, Loes Cools, Yichi Xu, Michael Großschädl, and others.
* Premiere Date: December 20, 2025, 7:30 p.m.
Ticket Information
Tickets for Wiener Blut are available through the following channels:
* Central card office Leoben: Josef Graf-Gasse 4-6, 8700 Leoben, Austria. Phone: +43 3842 32110-15
* Online: oeticket.com
Key Takeaways
* Wiener Blut is a classic Johann Strauss operetta known for its humor and memorable music.
* The Leoben production promises a fresh take on this beloved work.
* Tickets are available now through the Leoben central card office and online via oeticket.com.
This production offers a wonderful opportunity to experience the charm and wit of Viennese operetta. Wiener Blut continues to resonate with audiences today, offering a lighthearted and entertaining glimpse into a bygone era. The premiere in Leoben is sure to be a highlight of the 2025 cultural calendar.
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