The Master Manole - Rock Opera

Show - concert

February 2, 2025, at 18:00

National Operetta and Musical Theatre „Ion Dacian”

“The Master Manole - Rock Opera” is an engaging experience that highlights one of the most fascinating myths of Romanian culture. With a modern and powerful interpretation, this show-concert combines vibrant rock music with the tragic story of Manole, creating an emotional and captivating universe for the audience. Through a powerful musical score and a talented cast, the show aims to transcend the limits of time and bring the universal story of a hero tested by the contradictions of his world into the present. With dramatic scenes, intense moments, and music that blends contemporary elements with influences from Romanian folklore, "The Master Manole - Rock Opera" captures the essence of profound human emotions and the inner struggle of the characters. This production represents an emotional and sonic journey into a mythical universe where sacrifice and the passion for creation meet in a fascinating tableau.

The show-concert „The Master Manole - Rock Opera” is intended not only for rock music lovers but also for those passionate about mythology and epic tales. It is an experience that transcends genres, bringing to the forefront human values and dilemmas that continue to fascinate and inspire in any era.

“The opera represents an extensive musical work, on a libretto written in the '70s by Victor Cârcu. This work can be presented both in the form of a classical opera and in concert form. The birth of «The Master Manole» was as challenging as the realization of his constructions. The difficulty lay primarily in finding the musical language that would be in harmony with the text. Once we found this language, folkloric inspiration, of course, we began the work, which lasted from 2008 until today (2013), with an interruption of two years.” – Josef Kappl

Composition and musical arrangement: Josef Kappl

Libretto: Victor Cârcu

Scenography: Vladimir Turturica

Choreography: Relu Dobrin

Assistant director: Sorina Micșunescu

Concept: Radu Petrovici and Rebecca Diaconu

Conductor: Constantin Grigore

Soloists:   Florin Budnaru - Manole

  Daniela Bucșan - Miruna

             Orest Pîslariu-Ranghilof - Narrator

Rock Band: Josef Kappl – Bass guitar

         Nicu Patoi – Guitar

         Marcel Moldovan – Drums

Presenter Voice: Valentino Tiron

Choir Conductor: Aurel Muraru

Show duration: 2h (1 break)

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Tickets can be purchased online at www.ticketstore.ro or from:

   1.  Box Office of the National Operetta and Musical Theatre "Ion Dacian" – B-dul Octavian Goga Nr.1

(Tuesday-Friday 12:00-19:00 and one hour before shows on Saturday and Sunday)

2.  Box Office of Dalles Hall – B-dul Nicolae Balcescu Nr.18 (Monday-Friday 10-17)

For more details regarding the event above, please contact the organizing company:   National Operetta and Musical Theatre Ion Dacian,  CIF 4340099, BUCHAREST