Mark-Anthony Turnage's Festen Opera to Premiere at 2026 BBC Proms
Composer Mark-Anthony Turnage's opera 'Festen', based on the 1998 Danish film and play by Thomas Vinterberg and Mogens Rukov, will receive its world premiere at the 2026 BBC Proms. The opera explores family secrets and revelations during a 60th birthday celebration. Turnage, known for his works 'Greek' and 'Anna Nicole', collaborated with librettist Lee Hall. The production is co-commissioned by the BBC, Royal Opera House, and other partners. The premiere is scheduled for July 2026 at the Royal Albert Hall in London.
Key facts
- Mark-Anthony Turnage composed the opera 'Festen'
- Based on the 1998 Danish film 'Festen' by Thomas Vinterberg and Mogens Rukov
- World premiere at the 2026 BBC Proms
- Libretto by Lee Hall
- Co-commissioned by BBC and Royal Opera House
- Premiere at Royal Albert Hall, London
- Scheduled for July 2026
- Turnage's previous works include 'Greek' and 'Anna Nicole'
Entities
Artists
- Mark-Anthony Turnage
- Thomas Vinterberg
- Mogens Rukov
- Lee Hall
Institutions
- BBC
- Royal Opera House
- Royal Albert Hall
- BBC Proms
Locations
- London
- United Kingdom