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Five Injured in Turandot Rehearsal Fall at Dresden's Semperoper

Weekend performances will go ahead following an onstage workplace accident under investigation.

Overview

  • The fire department reported that five people fell about 1.5 meters from a raised surface on the main stage on Friday around midday.
  • Six individuals received medical care at the venue, and five were transported by ambulance to Dresden hospitals.
  • Those injured were reported to be chorus members rehearsing Puccini's Turandot.
  • Local reports said some injuries included bruises and fractures.
  • Authorities are investigating the cause of the fall, and the opera has confirmed no schedule changes for the weekend.