General Music Director Jurowski: No plan yet for after 2029 - Vladimir Jurowski extends Bavarian State Opera leadership until 2029
Vladimir Jurowski will continue as General Music Director of the Bavarian State Opera until 2029. His decision to extend his contract comes after careful consideration of his time at the institution. Meanwhile, Opera Director Serge Dorny will remain in his role until at least 2031.
Jurowski's contract was first extended by two years before receiving an additional one-year renewal. He has spoken openly about the importance of knowing when to leave an institution, regardless of achievements. For him, timing matters more than tenure.
He believes that staying too long—or too short—in a leadership role can be counterproductive. Instead, he values renewal, both for individuals and organisations. His approach to the future is equally deliberate: he prefers living in the present rather than making rigid long-term plans.
After 2029, Jurowski has no fixed commitments. He describes this lack of concrete plans as a form of 'rejuvenation therapy'. While his departure date is set, his next steps remain open.
Alongside Jurowski's extended tenure, Serge Dorny's continued leadership ensures stability in the opera's management. Dorny's contract now runs until 2031, providing a long-term framework for the institution.
Jurowski's final years at the Bavarian State Opera will mark the end of a significant chapter. His departure in 2029 will leave the opera with a leadership transition, while Dorny's presence guarantees continuity. The institution now prepares for a period of change, guided by Jurowski's belief in timely renewal.
