The Flying Dutchman (Der Fliegende Hollaender): Romantic Opera in Three Acts

Name: The Flying Dutchman (Der Fliegende Hollaender): Romantic Opera in Three Acts
Author: Richard Wagner

By Richard Wagner

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A supernatural mariner is condemned to eternal wandering unless a woman’s unwavering love redeems him. A local seafarer strikes a bargain to bring the phantom ashore and offers his daughter in marriage for the stranger’s treasure; the daughter, captivated by the legend, vows to end the curse. Her former suitor warns against devotion to a spectral promise, and village scenes and stormy shipboard encounters alternate across three acts. The drama culminates in the woman’s steadfast resolve and the resolution of the mariner’s fate, exploring themes of redemption, fidelity, and the collision between mortal lives and uncanny forces.

About the Author

Richard Wagner

Richard Wagner (1813-1883) was a German composer, theatre director, and conductor, primarily known for his operas and musical dramas. His innovative approach to harmony and orchestration had a profound influence on the development of Western music. Wagner's notable works include the epic cycle "Der Ring des Nibelungen," which comprises four operas, and the tragic love story "Tristan und Isolde." In addition to his compositions, he authored several important texts on music and conducting, such as "On Conducting." Wagner's life and artistic philosophy are explored in his autobiographical work, "My Life," where he reflects on his experiences and the evolution of his ideas.