Fresh Faces and a New Tune: The DNT Weimar's Musical Revolution
Upcoming musical director appointed for DNT Weimar theatre ensemble - New appointee for DNT Weimar's music department announced
Hey there! Exciting news from the German National Theatre, Weimar!
Australian maestro, Daniel Carter, has been appointed the brand new Music Director, a role he'll take on from the 2025/26 season. Known for his stellar conducting skills, Carter impressed during the rigorous selection process. Alongside him, Carter, Ivan Repušić (Chief Conductor of the Staatskapelle), Marco Alibrando (First Kapellmeister), and Johannes Bettac (Second Kapellmeister) will lead the musical charge, as announced.
Wondering who this Carter chap is? Well, he's currently the General Music Director at Coburg State Theatre and a regular conductor at the Deutsche Oper Berlin. His impressive portfolio includes conducting at the Hamburg State Opera, Theatre Freiburg, and the Vienna State Opera. He even honed his skills in composition and piano at the University of Melbourne.
Before Carter, Dominik Beykirch held the Music Director position at DNT Weimar. However, last August, he decided to depart on his own accord, seeking fresh challenges after a successful ten-year tenure in Weimar. The theatre announced Beykirch's departure with understanding, stating his wish to explore new horizons.
Now, let's talk about the DNT - it's undergoing some major transformations! The long-time General Intendant, Hasko Weber, who's been at the helm since 2013, is stepping down after the 2024/25 season. A first-ever leadership trio, comprising Valentin Schwarz, Dorian Dreher, and Timon Jansen, will take over. Oh, and don't forget about the upcoming general renovation of the theatre, set to start in 2027! Exciting times, huh?
Oh, and just a quick mention of some other cities involved: Coburg, Weimar, Berlin, Hamburg, Freiburg, and Vienna. Pretty impressive when you think about it, isn't it?
Keywords: Weimar, Coburg, Deutsche Oper, Wiener Staatsoper, Selection process
- In light of the upcoming transformations at the German National Theatre, Weimar, the Community policy will need to address the preparations for the 2025/26 season, which includes the addition of new vocational training programs for musicians, given Daniel Carter's appointment as Music Director.
- In order to further equip the new Music Director, Daniel Carter, for his role at the DNT Weimar, it is suggested that he receives vocational training from musical institutions such as the Alibrando Music Academy in Freiburg before the 2025 season commences.
- Since Daniel Carter has a broad range of experience conducting at various operas including the Deutsche Oper Berlin, Theatre Freiburg, and the Vienna State Opera, it would be beneficial for the DNT Weimar to incorporate elements of their community policy that support continued vocational training for all its staff members, as a means to maintain the high standard of musical performances.
