Hoffmanns Tales

Experience Jacques Offenbach’s fantastic opera in a stunning new production – a captivating journey through love, art, and memory.

The poet Hoffmann sits in a tavern, thinking of his great love Stella, who is performing Mozart’s Don Giovanni nearby. At his side is his faithful friend Nicklausse – who is, in reality, the disguised Muse, determined to guide Hoffmann back to pure art. Memories of three women he once loved and lost — Olympia, Antonia, and Giulietta — come alive, blurring the lines between reality and fantasy.

In Lotte de Beer’s new staging, with a fresh adaptation by Peter te Nuyl, a profound dialogue unfolds between Hoffmann and his Muse – a poetic reflection on artistic calling and human longing.

Secure your tickets now for Hoffmann’s Tales and be enchanted by Offenbach’s masterpiece!

program

Hoffmanns Erzählungen
Fantastische Oper von Jacques Offenbach
In deutscher und französischer Sprache mit deutschen und englischen Übertiteln

Place

Volksoper Vienna – A Musical Theater of Tradition, Diversity, and Joy

The Volksoper Vienna is one of Austria’s leading opera houses and an essential part of Vienna’s vibrant cultural scene. Renowned for its diverse program, which includes opera, operetta, musicals, and ballet, it provides high-quality entertainment appealing to audiences of all ages.

Since its opening in 1898, the Volksoper has delighted visitors with charming productions, outstanding artists, and a unique blend of tradition and modernity. Among the classics regularly performed are world-famous operettas such as Johann Strauss’s "Die Fledermaus" or Franz Lehár’s "The Merry Widow," along with renowned operas, musicals, and contemporary performances.

The Volksoper is celebrated for its lively atmosphere and audience-friendly performances, focusing equally on entertainment and musical excellence.

Getting There by Public Transport

Subway:

• U6 Station Währinger Straße – Volksoper – direct access

Tram:

• Lines 40, 41, 42 (Währinger Straße/Volksoper stop) – directly in front of the venue

Bus:

• Line 40A (Währinger Straße/Volksoper stop)

Thanks to its excellent public transport connections, the venue is easily accessible.

Volksoper Vienna – A Venue Filled with Musical Passion

With its distinctive charm, diverse program, and outstanding artistic quality, the Volksoper Vienna remains an essential cornerstone of the city’s cultural life.