Broadcast live from London's Royal Opera House on Thursday, 24 February at 8.15pm is Wagner's first masterpiece, The Flying Dutchman, also known as Der Fliegende Holländer. Exploring the theme of damnation and redemption, the opera was first staged in 1843 and proved to be immensely successful. This marked the beginning of Wagner's career as one of the greatest operatic composers.

The atmospheric modern-dress staging directed by Tim Albery provides an ideal platform on which the bass-baritone Bryn Terfel is to portray the turbulent Dutchman. Intensifying the drama on the stage of the Royal Opera House is the Canadian soprano Adrianne Pieczonka who depicts Wagner's visionary Senta. Admired for his Wagner interpretations, conductor Andris Nelsons returns to steer the orchestra of the Royal Opera House through the original composer's stormy score. 

Showing for one night only at the Eden Cinemas, the acclaimed production delves deep into the psychology of Wagner's cursed wanderer who is to sail the seas for eternity. Allowed ashore once every seven years to seek redemption, the Dutchman finds hope in his beloved Senta, a woman who longs for escape from her dreary life. She accepts the Dutchman's offer of marriage, but the Dutchman wrongly suspects her of unfaithfulness. Thinking he's protecting her, he leaves to resume his endless voyaging and Senta is left alone.

Known for its exhilarating score, The Flying Dutchman is a true celebration of music. Enhancing this experience is the amplified sound, together with dimmed lighting in Eden Cinemas' multipurpose theatre. This provides a sense of authenticity, as though watching the production from the Royal Opera House. Sure to be an unforgettable experience, the audience pays just a fraction of that charged overseas for theatre tickets.

Tickets for The Flying Dutchman are priced at €23 per adult and a mere €10 for children aged 16 and under. A complimentary glass of wine will also be offered, together with complimentary parking and a 25% discount at Waterbiscuit upon presentation of a ticket.

Various season specials and discounts are also being offered from the box office, including a 15% discount with the purchase of six performances. Special discounts for school bookings are also being offered.

This event is sponsored by 35 South and Waterbiscuit.

For more information and to purchase tickets visit www.edenculture.com.mt