Vienna celebrates cultural fireworks: Strauss premiere and Maria Theresia!

Vienna celebrates cultural fireworks: Strauss premiere and Maria Theresia!

Vienna is currently presenting itself as a cultural heavyweight that makes the hearts of music and theater lovers beat faster. On October 4, 2025, the federal capital will be marked by two important premieres: the fresh new production of “Die Fledermaus” in the Theater an der Wien and the eagerly awaited preview of the musical “Maria Theresia” in the Ronacher.

Die Fledermaus, a classic by Johann Strauss, offers a breath of fresh air in this new interpretation. The Theater an der Wien has taken the legendary operetta material to its heart and surprises with an innovative concept that combines tradition with modern elements. At the same time, the United Theaters in Vienna are putting on the musical about the influential monarch Maria Theresa in Ronacher, whose official world premiere will take place on October 10, 2025, as boerse-express.com reports.

Cultural highlights

The musical “Maria Theresia” not only focuses on the impressive life story of the first female ruler of the Habsburg Monarchy, but also combines drama, modern sounds and haunting texts. One of the most famous political disputes in her life was the conflict with Frederick the Great of Prussia. Maria Theresa, portrayed by Nienke Latten, led her empire through stormy times and initiated significant reforms in administration, military, education and social policy.

There are other talents in the cast, including Fabio Diso as Franz Stephan of Lorraine and Moritz Mausser as Frederick II of Prussia. The musical direction will be provided by a live orchestra from the Vereinigte Bühnen Wien under the direction of Carsten Paap. The book is by Thomas Kahry, the music is provided by Dieter and Paul Falk, while the direction is by Alex Balga. This mix promises a captivating experience for all visitors looking forward to a contemporary approach to history.

Diverse program in Vienna

But that's not all that Viennese culture has to offer. The touching “The Phantom of the Opera” by Andrew Lloyd Webber is running at the Raimund Theater and will cause a sensation until spring 2026. The Vienna Volksoper also attracted attention with Georges Bizet's “Carmen” in German and French, while the Burgtheater presents Molière's “The Tartuffe” – a timeless comedy about hypocrisy. This makes it clear that Vienna is constantly developing as a cultural metropolis that combines tradition with modernity.

At the “We Are Musical” festival, all musical fans also have the opportunity to take a look behind the scenes of the productions and experience first-hand what happens when musicals are created. The schedules of the various theaters are packed with other classics until November, from Shakespeare to Thomas Bernhard, which underlines the cultural diversity of the city.

Take the opportunity to experience the vitality of Vienna's cultural scene and book your tickets for the new productions. Advance sales for the November and December performances at the Burgtheater begin on October 10th. Vienna therefore not only remains a hotspot for tourists, but also consolidates its role as a center for art and culture in Europe. Take a look at the insider tips from wien.info and discover the traces of Maria Theresa in the city, for example in the Capuchin Crypt.

There is something special in the air for the Viennese and their guests - get ready for an unforgettable cultural experience!