The Horseman
What happens to love in the shadow of oppression? Seen for the first time at the Finnish National Opera in spring 2025, Aulis Sallinen’s The Horseman takes audiences on a journey to a dystopian future. Jussi Nikkilä’s direction featuring Finland’s top singers promises a compelling interpretation of one of the country’s landmark operatic works.
The recording is from the Finnish National Opera’s performance on May 16, 2025.
Creative Team
MUSIC Aulis Sallinen
LIBRETTO Paavo Haavikko
CONDUCTOR Hannu Lintu
DIRECTOR Jussi Nikkilä
SET DESIGN takis
COSTUME DESIGN takis
LIGHTING AND PROJECTION DESIGN Mikko Linnavuori
CHOREOGRAPHY Mirva Mäkinen
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