Wagner's Das Rheingold

Wagner’s Das Rheingold was unlike anything I had experienced before. Performed by the Orchestra of the Music Makers, the concert featured a beautiful film backdrop that brought the world of gods, gold, and betrayal to life, making it easier to follow how each leitmotif shifted and changed. I especially loved the Rhinemaidens’ shimmering theme. A fun surprise was seeing Loki glide across the stage on rollerblades — a clever and refreshing twist! Even without knowing German, the music and singing made every emotion clear and powerful.