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The world premiere of the opera “Gourmets II” by René Eespere

On March 3, the world premiere of the opera “Gourmets II” by René Eespere takes place in the Estonian National Opera. The opera tells in surrealistic manner about artwork as an object of mystification and insane desire of power.

“Gourmets II” is a three-act opera, a sequel to the short opera of the same name that premiered in the Estonian National Opera in 2002, at the new music festival Estonian Music Days. The opera’s libretto is created in cooperation of René Eespere and Ervin Õunapuu, stage director and designer of the new work is Ervin Õunapuu. The premiere of the “Gourmets II” is conducted by Arvo Volmer. The main roles are sung by Jassi Zahharov, Rauno Elp, Riina Airenne, Priit Volmer and Mart Madiste.

“Gourmets II” by René Eespere will be presented in the Estonian National Opera also on March 5, 11 and 29, and on May 17 and 20. 

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