Master Builder Manole - Rock Opera

Show - Concert

November 16, 2025, 6:00 PM

"Ion Dacian" National Operetta and Musical Theatre Hall

„Meșterul Manole - Opera Rock” is a captivating experience that brings to the spotlight one of the most fascinating myths of Romanian culture. With a modern and powerful interpretation, this concert-show combines vibrant rock music with the tragic story of Manole, building an emotional and captivating universe for the audience. Through a powerful musical score and a talented cast, the show aims to go beyond the limits of time and bring to the present the universal story of a hero tested by the contradictions of his world. With dramatic scenes, intense moments and music that combines contemporary elements with influences from Romanian folklore, "Meșterul Manole - Opera rock" captures the essence of deep human experiences and the inner struggle of the characters. This production represents an emotional and sonic journey into a mythical universe, where sacrifice and passion for creation meet in a fascinating tableau.

The concert-show „Meșterul Manole - Opera Rock” is intended not only for lovers of rock music, but also for those passionate about mythology and epic stories. It is an experience that transcends genres, bringing to the forefront human values and dilemmas that continue to fascinate and inspire in any era.

„The opera is a large musical work, based on a libretto written in the '70s by Victor Cârcu. This work can be presented both in the form of a classical opera and in a concert form. The birth of «Meșterul Manole» was as difficult as the realization of its constructions. The difficulty consisted, first of all, in finding the musical language that would be in accordance with the text. When I found this language, of folk inspiration, of course, I started working, which lasted from 2008 to today (2013), with a two-year interruption.” – Josef Kappl

Composition and musical arrangement: Josef Kappl

Libretto: Victor Cârcu

Scenography: Vladimir Turturica

Choreography: Relu Dobrin

Assistant director: Sorina Micșunescu

Concept: Radu Petrovici and Rebecca Diaconu

Duration of the show: 2h (1 intermission)

Note: Unpaid reservations are canceled 48 hours before the show.
Tickets can be purchased online at www.ticketstore.ro, www.startickets.ro, www.biletlateatru.ro, www.dynamicticket.ro or from:
-    Ticket office of the National Operetta and Musical Theater "Ion Dacian" – B-dul Octavian Goga No.1
(Tuesday-Friday 12.00-19.00 and one hour before the shows on Saturday and Sunday)
-     Ticket office of the Dalles Hall – B-dul Nicolae Balcescu No.18 (Monday-Friday 10-17)

Pentru detalii suplimentare in legatura cu evenimentul de mai sus va rugam sa contactati societatea organizatoare:  Teatrul National de Opereta si Musical Ion Dacian,  CIF 4340099, BUCURESTI Translation: For further details regarding the above event, please contact the organizing company:  Ion Dacian National Operetta and Musical Theatre,  CIF 4340099, BUCHAREST