Content Notes

Why these hints?

Opera is an art form of extremes: passion, violence, ecstasy, death – the great themes of human existence are condensed on stage, often with overwhelming sensuality. It is precisely this power that makes opera so fascinating as a genre! But it also means that some scenes can be stressful for some people.

Why should you read them?

The following notes on content-related and sensory stimuli are not intended to be “warnings“ in the traditional sense, but rather a way of consciously preparing for the stage experience. They offer guidance for people who prefer to avoid certain content or would like to prepare themselves for it – whether for personal experience, health reasons or simply out of a desire to make an informed decision. Those who stumble into a scene unprepared can be overwhelmed by it – those who expect it can face it with open minds. Below you will find specific information on the sensory and content-related attractions of individual works in this season.

Do you have any other questions?

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Aufstieg und Fall der Stadt Mahagonny
This production shows murders by shooting, and there is also fake blood. Furthermore, there is nudity in one scene.

Recommended age: from class 9

Dora
This opera tells the story of a suicide attempt. The piece begins very abruptly with a very loud drumbeat from the middle box and an abrupt change of light.

Recommended age: from class 9

Parsifal
This production shows nudity, depictions of physical and sexual violence and acts of self-harm. There is fake blood on display.

Recommended age: from class 10
Rigoletto
A rape is implied on stage and the death of a woman is shown.

Recommended age: from class 8
SANCTA
This performance is rated 18 and over. This performance shows explicit sexual acts as well as depictions and descriptions of (sexual) violence. It also features real and fake blood, piercings and the infliction of wounds. The performance uses strobe effects, loud noises and incense.


Tosca
This opera shows an attempted rape, a murder by stabbing, a shooting and a suicide. Furthermore, torture takes place outside the scene, but can be heard.

Recommended age: from class 8