But an oracle soon puts an end to their joy with a terrible prediction: their son will one day murder his father and marry his mother.

In the royal palace of Thebes, King Laius and Queen Jocasta celebrate the birth of their son. See below for more details.Įnesco’s opera is based on the myth of King Oedipus, as retold in the tragedy by Sophocles, Oedipus Rex.

To make your experience an unforgettable one, you will be able to choose from a selection of unique add-ons upon booking, such as a private cocktail, or a glass of champagne and exclusive access to the Salon Berlioz. They blend poignantly to tell the tale of the tragic fate of Oedipus Rex.įrench-Canadian director Wajdi Mouawad has risen to the task of staging the Greek hero’s rise and fall, brought to life through the vocals of Laurent Naouri, Christopher Maltman and John Tomlinson. Like a painter, Enesco colours his orchestral and vocal score with a palette of leitmotifs and tumultuous emotion. Its unparalleled originality offers a testament to Enesco's life: the influence of his Balkan origins, his studies with composer Gabriel Fauré and his friendship with greats like Maurice Ravel all leave their mark on this distinctive opera. Though the work has not often graced the stages of the world since its creation, Œdipe was met with delight during its première at the Paris Opera.

Taking him no less than 30 years to compose, the result is a true masterpiece. Œdipe is the only opera by Romanian composer George Enesco.

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