Die Fledermaus

One special reason for the popularity of this work is the part of the jailer Frosch, who – traditionally played by a comedian – launches into a lively, improvised tirade of social criticism at the beginning of the Third Act. This role is performed at the Elbphilharmonie by the impressive Caroline Peters. Recently named Actress of the Year, she has been demonstrating her hilarious comedy talent for years in TV shows such as ARD’s »Mord mit Aussicht«.

Manfred Honeck, as former director of music at the Stuttgart State Opera and now principal conductor of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, has performed Strauss’s piece numerous times in different theatres. Tonight he portrays the »irresponsible merriment that shows how upside-down the world is« (Karl Kraus) with the NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchestra, a line-up of talented singer-actors and the NDR Chor. Cheers and a Happy New Year!