Thomas Schaefer-Elmayer
Unique Tenor Mystery Thriller Marks a Historic Premiere Success at Gars Castle
A sold-out house, perfect weather, and an unprecedented last-minute rescue: The 37th Opera Festival in Gars am Kamp kicked off the Kultursommer with a spectacular performance of Giacomo Puccini’s “Madama Butterfly.” Yet as the distinguished guests made their grand entrance, no one could have guessed that the evening would go down in festival history as an absolute first. The production of “Madama Butterfly”—located just about an hour’s drive from Vienna—can be seen at Gars Castle through August 1.
July 12, 2026
Vienna Ball Season 2025/26: A Record Year of Superlatives
Vienna has once again proven itself to be the world capital of dance in the 2025/26 ball season, which has just come to an end. With a historic record number of visitors and a massive increase in revenue, the Vienna Chamber of Commerce (WK Wien) is celebrating a triumphant outcome. But this success also brings challenges: demand from abroad is now so high that capacities are reaching their limits.
February 19, 2026
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