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Brilliant reopening of the Raimund Theater

Premiere of WE ARE MUSICAL - The Grand Opening Gala

28.09.2021

Yesterday WE ARE MUSICAL, the spectacular opening gala of the new Raimund Theater had its premiere. Celebrated musical stars such as Carin Filipčić, Ana Milva Gomes, Maya Hakvoort, Vanessa Heinz, Milica Jovanović, Riccardo Greco, Oedo Kuipers, Lukas Perman, Drew Sarich und Mark Seibert together with the large VBW Orchestra, presented the most beautiful musical theatre moments of the historic house.

VBW musical director Christian Struppeck and Ana Milva Gomes hosted the evening on stage at the Raimund Theater with charm and humour. All the performers were honoured with thunderous applause and standing ovations from the premiere audience - a well-deserved reopening of the newly renovated Raimund Theater.

Watch the spectacular opening gala in the ORF TVthek

Impressions: Brilliant reopening of the Raimund Theater

WE ARE MUSICAL - The Grand Opening Gala

Premiere: WE ARE MUSICAL - The Grand Opening Gala

Photo gallery | Red Carpet, Premiere

Photo gallery | WE ARE MUSICAL - The Grand Opening Gala

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REBECCA

Due to the great success, extended until January 2024!
Premiere: Thursday, 22.09.2022 - 7:30 pm

Duration: ~ 2:40h

The romantic love story at Manderley gradually develops into a gripping thriller with plenty of intrigue and dark surprises. Breathtakingly staged, with magnificent sets, poignant melodies, a unique, large live orchestra and amazing special effects, REBECCA is a musical experience in a class of its own that you definitely don't want to miss.

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THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME

Only until June: Experience the successful musical now at the Ronacher!
Premiere: Saturday, 08.10.2022 - 7:30 pm

Duration: ~ 2:40h

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We Are Musical - The Next Generation 2023

in June in Raimund Theater
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In Concert | Open Air in the grand forecourt of Schönbrunn Palace
Premiere: Thursday, 29.06.2023

Duration: ~ 2:30h

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World premiere on 07 October 2023 at the Ronacher
Premiere: Saturday, 07.10.2023 - 7:30 pm
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THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s masterpiece from March 2024 at the Raimund Theater
Premiere: Friday, 15.03.2024 - 7:30 pm
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