6.3K views · 579 reactions | 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 | Facebook

26 reactions | Watch now on OperaVision: Fidelio from Birmingham Opera Company The Birmingham Opera Company's production set in an enormous circus tent and mixing professional and amateur performers powerfully explores what oppression means today. The striking image of over 200 local people participating in their own imprisonments and experiencing freedom will stay with you for a long time to come. | OperaVision | Facebook

🎥 Sneak peek at Fidelio. Good, evil and a world behind mirrors - a new take on Beethoven’s only opera. Discover the new production from De Nationale Opera - Dutch National Opera performed by a world-class cast with the prestigious Concertgebouworkest conducted by Andrés Orozco-Estrada. ➕ https://operavision.eu/performance/fidelio-1 | OperaVision

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

75K views · 384 reactions | 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 | Facebook

17K views · 412 reactions | Resistance, courage and love against the odds ♥ The revolution will not be televised, but it will be staged. We can't wait for the return of Fidelio - Beethoven's only opera - to our stage this Autumn. Here's a taste of what's in store for Royal Opera audiences from 9 October.  Lise Davidsen | Royal Ballet And Opera | Facebook