Vienna's Schmusechor Presents Unconventional 'Schmuse*Passion' Performance at Volkstheater

The Schmusechor, a Vienna-based choir, is staging its 'Schmuse*Passion' event at the Volkstheater during Holy Week. Known for challenging traditional cultural norms, the group combines an unorthodox musical repertoire with striking costumes. Their recent sold-out 'queer-feminist New Year's concert' exemplified this approach, opening with Johann Strauss II's 'The Blue Danube' waltz and concluding with a Backstreet Boys song, while featuring tracks by artists like Beyoncé and Janelle Monáe in between. Since 2014, the Schmusechor has aimed to disrupt rigid traditions through performances that blend classical and contemporary pop elements. The event highlights their ongoing efforts to innovate within Vienna's cultural scene, attracting attention for its unique artistic expression and critical engagement with societal conventions.