Visionary Dances

Three choreographies – three visions for a contemporary ballet. Visionary Dances brings together dance artists who have each found an individual approach to the academic dance and have taken classical ballet into new dimensions. 

While Twyla Tharp was one of the first to unite the classical and modern worlds and whose In the Upper Room celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2026, Justin Peck and Wayne McGregor are currently among the most important and sought-after choreographers.

program

HEATSCAPE
Musikalische Leitung
Gavin Sutherland
Klavier
Yoko Kikuchi
Choreografie
Justin Peck
Musik
Bohuslav Martinů
Bühne
Shepard Fairey
Kostüme
Reid Bartelme
Harriet Jung
Licht
Brandon Stirling Baker
Einstudierung
Michael Breeden
Eric Trope

YUGEN
Musikalische Leitung
Gavin Sutherland
Chor
Arnold Schoenberg Chor
Konzept, Inszenierung & Choreografie
Wayne McGregor
Musik
Leonard Bernstein
Bühne
Edmund de Waal
Kostüme
Shirin Guild
Licht
Lucy Carter
Choreinstudierung
Erwin Ortner

IN THE UPPER ROOM
Choreografie
Twyla Tharp
Musik
Philip Glass
Kostüme
Norma Kamali
Licht
Jennifer Tipton
Einstudierung
Shelley Washington

Place

Vienna State Opera – World-Renowned Stage for Opera and Ballet in the Heart of Vienna

The Vienna State Opera is one of the world's leading opera houses and a cultural landmark of Austria. Located prominently in the heart of Vienna, along the famous Ringstrasse, it offers outstanding opera productions featuring international stars and a renowned ballet ensemble.

Since its grand opening in 1869, the Vienna State Opera has been synonymous with musical excellence, artistic perfection, and an extensive repertoire ranging from operatic classics to contemporary works. Each season, it stages more than 300 performances, including world-famous operas such as Mozart’s "The Magic Flute", Verdi’s "La Traviata", and Puccini’s "Tosca".

Alongside its acclaimed opera productions, the Vienna State Opera is also home to the celebrated Vienna State Ballet, renowned for both classical and contemporary dance performances. The annual Vienna Opera Ball is a prestigious social event with international prominence.

Getting There by Public Transport

Subway:

• Lines U1, U2, U4 – Karlsplatz station, direct access

Tram:

• Lines 1, 2, D, 62, 71 – Oper/Karlsplatz stop

Bus:

• Line 59A – Oper stop

Its central location on Vienna’s Ringstrasse ensures convenient and easy access.

Vienna State Opera – A Symbol of Viennese Culture and Musical Excellence

As one of the world's premier opera houses, the Vienna State Opera is an essential destination for opera enthusiasts, music lovers, and visitors seeking to experience the cultural heart of Vienna.