Bayreuth Festival ends lackluster season

Richard Wagner's Festspielhaus theater is freshly restored, but the myth and mystique of his festival seems tarnished as it wraps up the season. Little seems to excite the public other than rumors in the pipeline.

..."After the premiere on July 25, the audience applauded warmly, however, for a full 10 minutes - apparently accepting the stage direction while recognizing a strong cast and a fresh musical rendition by conductor Hartmut Haenchen, who had stepped in on short notice."...

Rick Fulker

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