He receives the Jussi Björling Scholarship
The tenor Joachim Bäckström is this year's Jussi Björling scholarship holder.
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Engelkes sets up Wagner
The Wagner enthusiast Charlotte Engelkes is to direct Richard Wagner's breakthrough work "Lohengrin" at Malmö Opera. The fantasy-based epic is built on the legend of the Swan Knight, which is a common motif in medieval poetry.
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Gessle ahead of the premiere: "Tough musical"
The director Guy Unsworth wants to convey the joy that Roxette spread, but also the pain that many associate with the classic "break-up ballads". The result became a musical that builds on a love triangle drama – and for the first time, Per Gessle is satisfied. He believes it will be a great musical, says Unsworth.
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