Der Freischütz is an opera in three acts by Carl Maria von Weber to a libretto by Friedrich Kind. It is considered the first important German Romantic opera, especially in its national identity and stark emotionality. Its plot was taken from German folk legend and many of its tunes were inspired by German folk music. Its unearthly portrayal of the supernatural is especially poignant in the famous Wolf's Glen scene. Despite its daring innovations (and some scathing attacks by critics) it quickly became an international success, with some fifty performances in the first 18 months after its June 18, 1821 premiere at the Konzerthaus Berlin. Among the many artists influenced by Der Freischütz was a young Richard Wagner, who would come to be seen by many as Weber's successor.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Der_Freisch%C3%BCtz
High Note / Viktor and Rolf at the Opera
http://themoment.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/04/28/high-note-viktor-and-rolf-at-the-opera/?hpw
Useful links:
www.viktor-rolf.com
www.robertwilson.com
www.festspielhaus.de
Great interview.
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