Journey to Valhalla
Excerpts from Wagner’s epic Ring Cycle in concert.
Are you ready for an epic musical journey? Richard Wagner’s legendary four-opera cycle, The Ring of the Nibelung, based on ancient Norse mythology, is one of the most significant achievements in music and opera history. Our semi-staged concert, Journey to Valhalla, brings to life the best moments from the Ring of the Nibelung—an all-encompassing story of gods, dwarves, and humans in a world of magic, power, and greed. This breathtaking journey through Wagner’s orchestrations and soaring vocal lines will transport you to a world of adventure and features the Kansas City Symphony alongside powerful Wagnerian singers.
Friday, May 3, 2024 | 7:30 pm
Sunday, May 5, 2024 | 2:00 pm
COMPOSER Richard Wagner
LIBRETTIST Richard Wagner
CONDUCTOR Michael Christie
Understand every word: Performed in German with English subtitles.