Gustavia
»An essential work that forms a natural part of the Royal Swedish Ballet repertoire.« Aftonbladet
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DATES:May 29 — June 12
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STAGE:Main stage
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RUNNING TIME:approx. 2 hrs 15 mins
The gripping story of Gustav Badin Couschi, inspired by real people and events, came to life on the Royal Swedish Opera's stage with a star-studded artistic team 2024 - now back!
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The ballet Gustavia stunned critics and audiences alike at the premiere in 2024, and now it’s back! The story of Gustav Badin Couschi, King Gustav III’s adoptive brother, directed by Amir Chamdin with Pär Isberg’s sensuous choreography, comes to life at the Royal Swedish Opera main stage. It is a visual and musical experience in every sense – a story about power, morals, rebellion and love.
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Act I
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Intermission
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Act II
Images
Gustavia - talk at the Järvaveckan 2024
Who is the Badin of our time? Dance and the power over the history of a life.
talk from Järvaveckan 2024.
Before Gustavia - meet director Amir Chamdin
Before Gustavia - meet director Amir Chamdin and the team behind the ballet.
Before Gustavia - meet director Amir Chamdin-
Cast
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Music, choreography & direction
Director & librettoAmir Chamdin
Choreography Pär Isberg
Music Opeth/Mikael Åkerfeldt, Franz Schubert, Joseph Bologne Chevalier de Saint-Georges, Johannes Brahms, Ludwig van Beethoven, Anders Högstedt
Conductor Simon Crawford-Phillips
Set design Cinzia Lo Fazio
Costume design and makeup Selam Fessahaye
Lighting design Tobias Rylander
Dramaturg David Nzinga
Cast subject to change.
Your visit to the Opera
Frequesntly asked questions
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At what time do I have to be at the Opera before the performance?
We recommend that you arrive at least half an hour before the performance begins. If you can arrive earlier, it's even better: 45 minutes before the start of the performance, there is a free audience introduction in the Golden Foyer - an excellent way to approach the performance!
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It's my first time at the Opera - what do I do?
We have put together some useful tips for your visit. Otherwise, our best advice is to arrive on time - discover the Opera House, leave your coat in the cloakroom, eat or drink something. AND, ask our ushers - they'll be happy to help! Also remember not to bring large bags with you: only small bags (no larger than a standard A4 sheet of paper) will be allowed into the auditorium.
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Can my ticket be rebooked or cancelled if I or someone in my party is ill?
You can rebook tickets yourself on the website up to 24 hours before the start of the performance within the the current season. Tickets cannot be cancelled (read more in our general terms and conditions).
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Can you eat and drink at the Opera?
Of course you can! Our partner Restaurang Grodan is on the ground floor facing Strömgatan - take the opportunity to book a table ahead of your visit! Each floor also has a service with drinks and snacks, at the stalls' café there is a slightly larger selection. We advice you to pre-book the intermission service so it is ready and waiting for you during the interval!
