The acclaimed German musical Mozart! will arrive in Guangzhou this December with a concert version written by the renowned duo Michael Kunze and Sylvester Levay. Since premiering in 1999, the production has become a milestone of German musical theatre, celebrated for its bold reimagining of Mozart's life and its richly emotional and expressive score by Levay.

Stage photo of Mozart! (Photo: Guangzhou Opera House)

Based on the life of the world-famous Austrian composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, the musical delves into his inner world—his dazzling talent, rebellious spirit, and the personal conflicts behind his genius—portraying a brilliant yet ambivalent figure haunted by his gifts and confronted by the harsh realities of life. Iconic numbers such as "Ich bin Musik" and "Gold von den Sternen" showcase the show's blend of classical influence and contemporary theatrical flair.

This Guangzhou staging features inventive stage design, a massive LED backdrop, dreamlike multimedia visuals, a full symphonic orchestra, and the cast performing in original Viennese costumes, bringing Mozart!to life with fresh energy and striking visual impact.

Stage photo of Mozart! (Photo: Guangzhou Opera House)

Show Details

Time: 2:30 pm/7:30 pm, Wednesday to Sunday, December 17 to 21

Venue: Guangzhou Opera House

Address: No.1, Zhujiang West Road, Tianhe District, Guangzhou

Duration: Approximately 140 minutes (including a 20-min intermission)

*Performed in German with Chinese subtitles

*Admission by ticket only; children under 1.2 meters in height will not be admitted