Viennese Operetta Magic

From Strauss to Lehár – Viennese Operetta Magic

Immerse yourself in the glamorous world of Viennese operetta! An evening full of charm, wit, and timeless melodies awaits you. Viennese soprano Alice Waginger will transport you into the world of great emotions in the grand tradition of Viennese operetta, with humor and an unparalleled stage presence. Dorothee Stanglmayr will host the evening and reveal a few secrets from the past.

Look forward to immortal classics by Johann Strauss, Franz Lehár, and other masters of Viennese operetta.

Established as Austria’s smallest opera and operetta theatre, performances in the KRYPTA captivate with their intensity, high quality, and, of course, the unique setting. Located deep beneath St. Peter’s Church in Vienna, this intimate venue offers a personal experience that attracts guests from all over the world.

The KRYPTA is pleasantly temperate at any time of year.

Program and cast

Alice Waginger, Soprano & Hans-Jörg Gaugelhofer on the Concert Grand Piano
Host: Dorothee Stanglmayr

Excerpt from the Program:

Franz Lehár
The Merry Widow – Vilja Song

Johann Strauss
Die Fledermaus – Mein Herr Marquis

Carl Zeller
The Bird Seller – Ich bin die Christl von der Post

Franz Lehár
The Land of Smiles – Im Salon zur blauen Pagode

Franz Lehár
Beautiful Is the World – Ich bin verliebt

Johann Strauss
A Night in Venice – Schwipslied

Franz von Suppè
Boccaccio – Hab ich nur deine Liebe

Carl Millöcker
Gasparone – Anzoletto und Estrella