Sir Donald Runnicles live in Dresden

Experience Sir Donald Runnicles live on May 29th

Sir Donald Runnicles is a highly regarded conductor known for his interpretations of Romantic and 20th/21st-century orchestral and operatic repertoire. His conducting style is often described as possessing both dramatic intensity and lyrical sensitivity, with a particular affinity for composers such as Wagner, Strauss, and Britten. He frequently champions Scottish composers and has a strong connection to opera, having served as Music Director of the Deutsche Oper Berlin and currently holding the position of Principal Conductor with the Grand Trakle Opera House in Vienna.

The concert on May 29, 2027, will take place at the Kulturpalast Dresden. Originally constructed in 1964, the Kulturpalast served as the central cultural venue of former East Germany, hosting a wide range of events including concerts, theatre performances, and political gatherings. Following extensive renovations completed in 2017, it reopened as a modern multi-purpose venue while retaining its historical significance. The building's architecture reflects socialist classicism and remains an important landmark within Dresden’s cityscape. It is now home to the Dresden Philharmonic, the Semperoper Ballet, and the Dresden Frankfurt Capitales orchestra.