When does the event start?

The performance takes place on Friday, April 17, 2026, at 7:00 PM at the Wolf-Ferrari-Haus in Ottobrunn.

Where is the event location?

Wolf-Ferrari-Haus, Rathausplatz 2, 85521 Ottobrunn. Easily accessible by U5 to Neuperlach Süd and Bus 210 or S5 with Bus 221/229 to the Ottobrunn Ortsmitte stop.

Are there parking facilities at the venue?

Yes. There are outdoor parking spaces as well as a free underground garage. Access to the underground garage via Anton-Ripfel-Weg according to the house's information.

Is the event accessible for individuals with disabilities?

Yes. All rooms are accessible by elevator. There is an induction loop in the Festsaal; headphones can be borrowed in the Ratssaal.

When does the box office open?

The box office opens one hour before the performance starts.

How long does the performance last?

Information to follow. The exact duration will be announced by the organizer.

A Life Between Two Worlds - Wolf-Ferrari-Haus 2026

Name: A Life Between Two Worlds: A Musical Journey for the 150th Birthday of Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari
Start: 2026-04-17T21:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-04-17T21:00:00+02:00
Location: Wolf-Ferrari-Haus

Between Venice and Munich: An Evening for Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari

On April 17, 2026, at 7:00 PM, the Wolf-Ferrari-Haus in Ottobrunn invites you to a musical-literary stage experience: A Life Between Two Worlds honors the 150th birthday of the German-Italian opera composer Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari. In a concentrated theater atmosphere, a journey unfolds through his works, biography, and sound language – an evening between Venetian lightness and Munich depth.

Biographical Bridges: Venice, Munich – and Ottobrunn

The composer, born in Venice in 1876 and died there in 1948, lived and worked for many years in Munich and the southeastern part of the city – with stops as far as Ottobrunn. This dual belonging shaped his artistic identity: Mediterranean elegance and German-speaking composition school merge into an unmistakable signature. The program traces these life lines and brings the historical traces in the region to life.

Sound Images of Opera buffa – and More

Wolf-Ferrari became famous for his finely crafted comic operas based on Carlo Goldoni – including Il segreto di Susanna, Le donne curiose, I quattro rusteghi. However, beyond the cheerful masquerade, more serious tones can be found: from Neapolitan verismo in I gioielli della Madonna to the Shakespearean dialogue in Sly. The evening illuminates this dramatic range, showcasing formal finesse, melodic inventiveness, and the art of transforming everyday situations into vibrant theater scenes.

Stage Experience in the Festsaal: Acoustics, Light, Proximity

In the Festsaal of the Wolf-Ferrari-Haus, the immediate audience reaction is created that carries great evenings: clear acoustics, warm light, short distances. The barrier-free access via elevator, an induction loop in the Festsaal, and loanable headphones in the Ratssaal enable concentrated enjoyment of music for all. The dramaturgy of the evening relies on concise stage images, cleverly placed moderation, and narratively told music history.

Context and Resonance

Historical sources and current research emphasize Wolf-Ferrari's special position between tradition and modernity. Cultural reporting and specialized press regularly highlight his sensitivity to melodic lines and theatrical pulse. Even beyond the stage, interest in his rediscovery is growing – from the concert hall to the scholarly re-reading of his scores.

Conclusion

What can visitors expect? A knowledgeable curated evening that consolidates biography, works, and theater practice – sensual, substantiated, close to the original sound. An ideal entry into Wolf-Ferrari's world and an invitation to experience the rediscovery live.