Trollflöjten
- Genre
- Opera
- Date
- 13 Feb - 15 May 2027
- Stage
- Storan
- Price
- 255 - 985 kr
Mozart’s opera Trollflöjten (The Magic Flute) is undoubtedly one of the most famous and beloved operas in history. It is a timeless tale full of imagination in which music, mystery, and humanity are woven together. Among many “opera hits” are Papageno’s bird-catcher aria and the Queen of the Night’s revenge aria—tunes that many people can hum (but few can truly master!).
In The Magic Flute you will find everything you could wish for in a classic fairy tale: a heroic prince from a far away land, a princess to save, a terrifying monster, a funny sidekick, wicked villains, magic, adventure, trials and tribulations, courage, friendship, love, and a happy ending.
But it is not purely a children’s fairy tale. The opera is filled with symbolism, mysticism, and hidden messages. Both Mozart and the librettist Schikaneder were Freemasons and drew a lot of inspiration from their traditions.
A Celebrated Production from England
This acclaimed production, from the English company Opera North, is filled with visual splendor and brings us along into a rich dream world where imagination and reality blend together.
At the heart of the story lies the struggle between two powerful opposites: the Queen of the Night, associated with darkness, magic, and emotion, and Sarastro, who represents light, science, and reason.
Who is good and who is evil is far from obvious, and when Prince Tamino is thrown into this conflict, a great adventure begins. The Queen of the Night sends him away to save her daughter Pamina, who has been abducted by Sarastro.
Trials and Heroism
To succeed, Tamino must undergo a series of trials, armed with a magical flute. By his side is the good-natured bird-catcher Papageno, who is not particularly interested in heroism. His greatest wishes in life are more about finding a life partner and enjoying good food and wine.
Along the way Pamina is manipulated by her mother, and is even urged to murder Sarastro. Yet it is in her quest for freedom and love that the true strength of the story takes shape. In the end it is Pamina who leads Tamino through the final and most dangerous trials, through blazing fire and rushing water.
| Genre | Opera in two acts |
|---|---|
| Premiere | 13 Feb 2027 |
| Plays until | 15 May 2027 |
| Stage | Storan |
| Language | Swedish, with Swedish and English surtitles |
| Duration | Approx. 2 h 50 min, including interval |
| Surtitle Screen | Lower edge of the stage and by the balcony |
| Audio Description | 21 March 2027 |
Wheelchair Seating | Book via bokning@malmoopera.se |
Creators
Music
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Libretto
Emanuel Schikaneder
Artistic Team
Conductor
Dirk Kaftan
Director
James Brining
Set Design
Colin Richmond
Costume & Makeup Design
Colin Richmond
Lighting Design
Chris Davey
Choreography
Tim Claydon
Video
Douglas O'Connell
Translation
Carin Bartosch Edström
Cast
Pamina
Hanna Husáhr
Tamino
Joel Annmo
Queen of the Night
Svetlana Moskalenko
Sarastro
Erik Rosenius
Papageno
Anton Ljungqvist
Monostatos
Rickard Söderberg
The Speaker
Fredrik Zetterström
First Lady
Céline Dewrée
Second Lady
Marta Cecilia Saelöen
Third Lady
Emma Björkegren
Guard 1
Fredrik Hagerberg
Guard 2
Gustav Johansson
Malmö Opera Chorus
Malmö Opera Orchestra
Before the performance
Opera Dinner
A wonderful performance is best complemented with a dinner in the Opera Grill.
Afternoon Tea
On Sundays we serve finger sandwiches, delightful pastries, and freshly baked scones.
Foyer Meny
Begin your opera visit with Klassikern or the Opera Plate.
Bags
We kindly ask you to avoid bringing large bags to Malmö Opera whenever possible. Large bags are not allowed inside the auditorium, and our storage options are limited. Handbags may be brought with you into the auditorium.
Foyer Opening Hours
For performances in Storan, the foyer opens two hours before the show.
For performances in the foyer or in Verkstan, the doors open one hour before.
Pre-Booked Refreshments During the Interval
Have you made a pre-booking? Your table number will be displayed on signs in the foyer when you arrive. Please locate your table number before the performance begins.
Accessibility
The opera house is partially accessible for people with reduced mobility and for visitors with visual or hearing impairments. If you have a Malmönyckeln card, you may bring a support person to events at Malmö Opera. You pay only for your own ticket; your support person enters free of charge.
Read more about accessibility here.
Cloakroom
Please leave your outerwear in the cloakroom; it is free of charge.
Doors to the Auditorium
Your ticket indicates which entrance you should use.
Doors A, B, C, and D are located in the lower foyer (A is furthest to the left).
Doors E, F, G, and H are in the upper foyer (E is furthest to the left).
If you are seated on the balcony, you will find doors I, K, L, and M via a staircase in the upper foyer.