Rolando Villazón / Maarten Engeltjes / PRJCT Amsterdam

Performers:

PRJCT Amsterdam, orchestra
Rolando Villazón, tenor
Maarten Engeltjes, countertenor, direction

The unique Mozart experience with the world-famous star tenor Rolando Villazón.

The charismatic and popular opera star Rolando Villazón will celebrate the big anniversary of his favorite composer in 2026: Wolfgang Amadé Mozart! On the 270th birthday of the musical genius, Rolando Villazón invites you to celebratory concerts in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. The program revolves around arias and scenes for kings, emperors and a bird catcher, with music from Mozart operas such as Idomeneo, La clemenza di Tito, Il re pastore and The Magic Flute.

Rolando Villazón lives in Paris. He is considered one of the most versatile artists of our time and is also known as a director, writer, TV and radio personality, director of the Salzburg Mozart Week and artistic director of the Mozarteum Foundation.

270 years of Mozart anniversary with star tenor Rolando Villazón is a unique Mozart experience for the whole family. The PRJCT Amsterdam orchestra will be taking part under the direction of its founder Maarten Engeltjes. The PRJCT Amsterdam orchestra has been delighting audiences with its refreshing joy of playing since 2017 and is one of the most exciting orchestras for early music.

program

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Musik aus Opern wie Idomeneo, La clemenza di Tito, Il re pastore und Die Zauberflöte

Place

Wiener Konzerthaus – A Temple of Music and Culture

The Wiener Konzerthaus is one of Europe's most prestigious concert venues and a cornerstone of Vienna’s vibrant musical scene. Since its opening in 1913, it has stood for musical excellence, stylistic diversity, and artistic innovation. With four magnificent halls – the Great Hall, Mozart Hall, Schubert Hall, and Berio Hall – the Konzerthaus offers exceptional acoustics and accommodates up to 1,865 guests.

From classical music and opera to jazz, world music, and contemporary compositions, the Wiener Konzerthaus is renowned for its diverse programming, featuring both international stars and emerging talents. Alongside the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, world-class orchestras, soloists, and ensembles grace its stage, making it an essential destination for music lovers.

Getting There by Public Transport

The Wiener Konzerthaus is centrally located in the 3rd district and easily accessible by public transport:

Subway:

• U4 Stadtpark station – about a 5-minute walk
• U3/U4 Landstraße (Wien Mitte) station – about a 10-minute walk

Tram:

• Lines 2, 71, D (stop Schwarzenbergplatz) – about a 3-minute walk

Bus:

• Line 4A (stop Schwarzenbergplatz)

Train:

• Wien Mitte/Landstraße (connection to CAT, S-Bahn, and subway) – about a 10-minute walk

With its excellent transport connections, the Wiener Konzerthaus is easily reachable for both locals and international visitors.
Wiener Konzerthaus – A World-Class Musical Experience.

As one of Vienna’s most important cultural institutions, the Wiener Konzerthaus seamlessly blends tradition and modernity, offering unforgettable concerts in one of the world’s most beautiful concert halls.