The Royal Opera: Wagner’s Die Walkure

Sung in German with subtitles.

Die Walkure contains themes of incest and domestic violence. This production contains scenes of nudity and depictions of blood, violence, and death. Strobe lighting is used during Act I. Pyrotechnics are used during Act III.

Gods and mortals battle in the second chapter of Wagner’s Ring cycle. Conductor Antonio Pappano and director Barrie Kosky reunite to continue the mythical adventure that began with Das Rheingold in 2023.

On a stormy night, fate brings two strangers together, unleashing a love with the power to end worlds. Meanwhile, in the realm of the gods, an epic battle ensues between their ruler Wotan and his rebellious daughter, Brünnhilde.