A unique masterpiece 💯 Beethoven's only opera, Fidelio, had its premiere on this day in 1805. The result of numerous rewrites, the opera caused the composer so much frustration that he vowed never to write another opera. The effort was worth it however, and you can watch The Royal Opera's staging on Royal Opera House Stream now. Sign up today and get the first month for just £1. ▶️ https://bit.ly/3OyVK8X | Royal Ballet And Opera

19K views · 699 reactions |  'It points forward in music history' Some of the cast of Fidelio on Beethoven's only opera. Catch it in participating cinemas on 17 March!  www.ro.house/FidelioCinemas | Royal Ballet And Opera | Facebook

Beethoven's FIDELIO is back at Lyric for the first time in 20 years. See the revolutionary opera brought to life by a massive cast, led by soprano Elza van den Heever and tenor Russell Thomas. Enrique Mazzola conducts this timeless political thriller in Matthew Ozawa’s acclaimed production. Learn more and get your tickets, now through October 10, at lyricopera.org/fidelio. | Lyric Opera of Chicago