Every summer for six weeks, the Munich Opera Festival transforms Munich into an international festival hub. For over 150 years, the Bayerische Staatsoper has presented a festival program of extraordinary diversity. Look forward to three premieres, numerous opera and ballet productions, concerts, and recitals.
To kick off this year’s Munich Opera Festival, internationally renowned artist Jeff Koons will deliver the opening address. In his speech, he will explore the role of art in a democratic society that is coming under increasing pressure. The keynote will be accompanied by a musical program spanning from German Romanticism to African American art songs.
On June 25th 2026, the curtain will rise on the festival premiere of Richard Wagner’s Die Walküre. With this production, director Tobias Kratzer and General Music Director Vladimir Jurowski continue their work on The Ring of Nibelungen. Nicholas Brownlee will star alongside Ain Anger, Joachim Bäckström, Irene Roberts, and Miina-Liisa Värelä in the leading roles.
Starting Wednesday, June 24, 2026, the Apollon Stufenbar will once again invite visitors to relax on the steps of the Nationaltheater while enjoying a drink. At the opening celebration, DJ Chelo, DJ Chadee, musicians from the Bayerisches Staatsorchester, and members of the Bayerische Staatsoper’s opera studio will provide musical entertainment featuring electronic sounds, soul, R&B, and opera arias. On days when there are no performances, the Stufennächte (Step Nights) will once again take place, featuring DJs and live music.
Every friday 11.00 am until 5.00 pm
Apollon is an initiative of the Bayerische Staatsoper. Apollon aims to develop and open up spaces that provide a platform for artistic impulses in various forms to deal with the human condition...
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