Turandot by Puccini, Ab (2002/2002), Unter der Regie von Balasz Koválik,, Dirigat Anne Randine Øverby, Bergenhus Festning, Bergen, Norwegen

Puccini's TURANDOT is presented in full stage performance at Bergenhus Fortress, with 180 participants divided into choir, children's choir, orchestra, extras and soloists. Since 1995, there has been a tradition in Bergen with regular summer opera performances under the open August sky at Bergenhus Fortress. The historical surroundings provide a powerful and beautiful background for unique opera experiences that enrich both the Bergen audience, visitors, tourists and the performers - both singers and musicians. Håkonshallen's walls are both acoustically and decoratively a perfect setting for an artistic experience of the rare. This year's performance of Puccini's opera "Turandot" from 1926, is presented in a new and very exciting production with magnificent Chinese-inspired costumes and scenography, specially built stage and audience grandstand. As in previous years, top international and national soloists, choirs, orchestras and extras are presented, with more than 180 participants.