Elisabeth de Musical
Empress Elisabeth of Austria, one of history's most fascinating women, returns to the Netherlands after 25 years. The beautiful musical about her life, full of independence and modernity, is now back on stage.4o mini
Pia Douwes Returns as Elisabeth
International musical star Pia Douwes reprises her role as Empress Elisabeth, the ambitious and empathetic woman who fell in love with Emperor Franz Joseph at a young age. As the obligations of court life slowly closed in on her, her struggle is powerfully conveyed in songs like I Belong to Me. Other leading roles are played by William Spaaij, Milan van Waardenburg (Les Misérables), and Ann van den Broeck.
A Modern Perspective on Sissi
When Elisabeth premiered in Vienna in the 1990s, the creators aimed to retell her story with new insights. Drawing on newly published biographies and diary notes from her Greek tutor, the musical portrays a woman longing for autonomy, trapped by royal expectations.
A Timeless and Relevant Tale
The themes of this iconic musical remain strikingly relevant. Sissi’s life unfolded on the brink of a new century, in a Europe troubled by nationalism, antisemitism, and social unrest. Her tragic fate was sealed by anarchist Luigi Lucheni, who brought her life to a violent end.
Grand Performance with Live Orchestra
With a stellar cast and a fourteen-piece live orchestra, the life of Elisabeth is brought to the stage with the elegance and intensity it deserves. A grand musical experience that bridges past and present.
Contact
Schouwburg Concertzaal
Louis Bouwmeesterplein 1
5038 TN Tilburg
T. 013 54 90 390
E. info@schouwburgconcertzaaltilburg.nl
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