'I never choose the cautious option': Royal Opera’s Jakub Hrůša on collaboration, control and conducting Wagner
One year into the role, the Royal Opera’s music director is taking on the challenge of Parsifal, and, next season, the Ring Cycle. I’m here, and I am courageous says the conductor
TL;DR
- Jakub Hrůša, Royal Opera's music director, is undertaking challenging Wagner productions, Parsifal and the Ring Cycle, within his first two seasons.
- He embraces a courageous approach, opting for bold choices over cautious ones in his career.
- Hrůša emphasizes collaboration with directors and performers, aiming to enrich his own vision rather than imposing it.
- He is focused on attracting new audiences and fostering an accessible, open atmosphere at the Royal Opera.
- Hrůša also plans to continue conducting concerts with the orchestra and chorus and to cultivate the orchestra stylistically.