A story about love that is stronger than death
The romance of Tristan and Iseult is a classic love story that goes back to medieval legends. It is a larger-than-life fairy tale that has inspired many poets, writers, artists, film and theater makers. The story full of love, betrayal and intense emotions is one of Richard Wagner’s best-known and greatest works.
Composer and author of the libretto – Richard Wagner
Musical director and conductor – Risto Joost
Director – Liis Kolle
Set designers – René Jõhve, Lilja Blumenfeld, Liis Kolle
Costumes – Lilja Blumenfeld
Soloists – Mati Turi, Aile Assony, Karmen Puis, Atlan Karp, Priit Volmer,
Simo Breede, Taavi Tampu, Oliver Kuusik, Rasmus Kull
The male section of the Vanemuine Opera Choir and the Vanemuine Symphony Orchestra
Three acts, two intermissions, length including intermissions: 5 hours