Intermezzo

Richard Strauss’ opera INTERMEZZO stirred controversy by portraying his own marital life onstage, challenging the boundary between public and private. Despite its departure from mythical themes, the opera reflects contemporary trends while maintaining Strauss’ classical style. It revolves around mistaken identities, echoing a real-life incident, to paint a complex portrait of a woman balancing her aspirations with her role as a supportive wife.