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Rufus Wainwright's Prima Donna opera premieres on Acropolis

other · 2026-04-24

Rufus Wainwright's opera Prima Donna premiered last month on the slopes of the Acropolis in Athens. The work, described as a visual symphonic concert, will embark on a world tour this winter. It is a multi-faceted collaboration featuring Wainwright's music accompanied by a film by Francesco Vezzoli with Cindy Sherman.

Key facts

  • Prima Donna is an opera by Rufus Wainwright
  • Premiered on the slopes of the Acropolis in Athens
  • Premiere occurred in October 2015
  • World tour begins in winter 2015-2016
  • Features music by Rufus Wainwright
  • Includes a film by Francesco Vezzoli
  • Film features Cindy Sherman
  • Described as a visual symphonic concert

Entities

Artists

  • Rufus Wainwright
  • Francesco Vezzoli
  • Cindy Sherman

Locations

  • Acropolis
  • Athens
  • Greece

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