Vienna: Johann Strauss 200th birthday anniversary exhibition

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Vienna: Johann Strauss 200th birthday anniversary exhibition

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To mark the 200th anniversary of Johann Strauss' birth, the Theater Museum in Vienna is opening its doors to a unique exhibition about the Waltz King.

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Highlights

Discover impressive objects that celebrate the life and work of Johann Strauss.
See the original score of Strauss' Die Fledermaus, a highlight of the exhibition.
Let yourself be carried away by the lively sounds of Strauss.
Follow Strauss' world tour to Boston.
Admire original objects from performances and exhibits.

Description

To mark the 200th anniversary of Johann Strauss' birth, the Theatermuseum in Vienna is opening its doors to a unique exhibition about the Waltz King. This show offers you the perfect opportunity to experience the splendor of the Strauss era in the city that made his music a global sensation. Set against the historic backdrop of the magnificent Palais Lobkowitz, the Theatermuseum presents an impressive collection of objects celebrating the life and work of Johann Strauss Sohn. Whether you come to Vienna out of love for Strauss or want to rediscover the city through his music - this exhibition is a must! In their joint exhibition Johann Strauss, the Theatermuseum and the Vienna Library in City Hall guide you through the composer's eventful life. His grueling life is illuminated, as are his relationships with his parents, brothers, three wives and love affairs in Russia. The exhibition at the Theatermuseum focuses on his artistic production, the dance and concert music that has always been popular all over the world, as well as his music theater works. Original objects from performances and exhibits from his written estate illustrate the historical and political contexts of the time. The bottom line: the phenomenon of Johann Strauss is still relevant today!