Overview

• The production concluded on June 22 after six performances at the Liceu, marking its fourteenth staging of the Czech opera since 1901.
• Asmik Grigorian and Piotr Beczala received acclaim for their vocal power and emotional depth as Rusalka and the Prince.
• Christof Loy’s staging, which portrayed Rusalka as a crippled ballerina using crutches, drew criticism for its abstract symbolism and was met with boos.
• Josep Pons conducted the Gran Orquesta del Liceu in his final performance as music director, earning praise for a balanced and expressive musical interpretation.
• Loy’s concept required Grigorian to sing, act and dance en pointe with crutches, a display observers said highlighted her versatility.