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See the Norwegian National Ballet dancers shine in Don Quixote – a Spanish-inspired classical ballet that is technically demanding, a bit silly and packed with romance and warmth.

What do jealousy and bitterness do to a person? What happens inside you when someone takes all-out advantage of your vulnerability? The dark side of humanity is exposed in director Georg Zlabinger’s interpretation of Verdi’s Otello.

Leif Ove Andsnes’ list of accomplishments is as impressive as his nearly 40-year-long career. In January, he is returning to the Oslo Opera House with a selection of sonatas and preludes that serve as an unprecedented prelude to the new year. 

Voting is now open for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Norway Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Vi må synge mer – sammen! Sang er bra for både store og små. Sang knytter oss sammen, får oss til å være til stede i øyeblikket og gjør oss lykkeligere. Og Operaen er et hus skapt for sang 

The Arena World Tour of Les Misérables delivers an experience that is as powerful as it is visually arresting, showcasing a stellar cast, impressive set design, and evocative lighting. While there are some challenges in terms of the performance format and staging, the level of talent on display is undeniable, making it a show that fans of the musical, new and old, will want to experience.

The Nutcracker is now playing at Den Norske Opera. The Nutcracker is back on the Main Stage, ready to make the advent season magical for young and old alike!

Max Richter is coming to Den Norske Opera this week. Learn more about the upcoming concert performance and find out more about how to get tickets here!

Hansel and Gretel is coming to Den Norske Opera next year, in January 2025. Learn more about the show and find out more about how to get tickets here!

The Norwegian Chamber Orchestra will perform both Beethoven and Bryce Dessner, in addition to music by Fanny Mendelssohn and Missy Mazzoli, later this month. Learn more about the production and find out how to get tickets here!

The dazzling favourite among audiences is back! For 170 years, La Traviata has celebrated the ‘fallen woman’ – while also showing who she really is when the party ends. Performances run 23 November–​17 January at Den Norske Opera. 

Time is running out to submit nominations for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Norway Awards. Don't miss Thursday's October 31st deadline!

Time is running out to submit nominations for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Norway Awards. Don't miss next week's October 31st deadline!

Stigma comes to the Den Norske Opera next month. Performances run 8-19 November.

There are just two weeks left to submit nominations for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Norway Awards. The 2024 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.

When the beloved Csárdásfürstin is carried forward into our century, the right to love whoever we choose is at the heart of the performance. She’s from the world of showbiz and he from business. She’s part of the colourful, queer theatrical culture, while he’s from an upper-class family with old money and new clothes.

‘Unique’ and ‘iconic’ are words that are often used to describe George Balanchine’s full-length ballet Jewels. Each of the three acts is inspired by a different jewel and audiences get to experience three different worlds with music by Fauré, Stravinsky and Tchaikovsky.

A machine that turns stones into bread, a bearded lady, a mental hospital – and love: Journey down a delightfully dark spiral into the mind of a madman in Vidar Magnussen’s production of Stravinsky’s fiendish opera.

This jukebox musical strikes a delicate balance between humor, drama, and emotion, making effective use of Rolf Løvland’s music to support its themes. The combination of Løvland’s stirring compositions and the show’s engaging characters ensures that the audience leaves with both laughter and tears.

Bodyguard: The Musical is real crowd-pleaser! And the most pleasing aspects are Mimmi Tamba, Anna-Lisa Kumoji and the very talented ensemble. If you’re a fan of Whitney Houston's music or looking for a night of big performances and visual flair, 'The Bodyguard' is a solid choice, though purists of the musical genre might find themselves craving more from the storytelling.

Nominations are now open for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Norway Awards. The 2024 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.

Folketeateret’s new production of Jesus Christ Superstar set out to offer a fresh take on Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s beloved rock opera, but it felt more like a retread of concepts that had become borderline clichés. Most of the lead actors cannot handle Llloyd Webber's score amd the use of live autotune cheapens the experience. The ensemble (and the orhestra) are the only saving grace in this struggling reimagining.

ABBA's music is a cultural phenomenon that has stood the test of time, resonating with audiences across the globe for decades. Known for their catchy melodies, unforgettable lyrics, and vibrant performances, the Swedish pop sensation continues to captivate both long-time fans and new generations alike, even as «Abbatars» in a specially bulit concert hall in London where thay have been digitally recreated so people can get a hint of how it was during the 70s. They have next generation light show that this production clearly has been inspired by.

What did our critic think of DET BRENDET BRENNER EN ILD is a musical that brings the life of Hans Nielsen Hauge, the Norwegian lay preacher and reformer, to the stage. Set in a stunning natural environment that complements the historical narrative, the production delivers a blend of strong performances and uneven execution of the source materialNER EN ILD at Gamle Fredrikstad, Artilleriplassen?

Cinderella is headed to Den Norske Opera this month. Performances will run 30 August - 20 September.