Classical 89 InterviewBeethoven’s Fidelio

​Discover Fidelio, Beethoven’s only opera—a powerful story of love, courage, and the pursuit of justice. In this heroic drama, Leonore disguises herself as a guard named Fidelio to infiltrate a corrupt prison and save her husband, Florestan, who has been unjustly imprisoned.

The opera’s emotional arc reflects Beethoven’s deep idealism and his belief that goodness will ultimately overcome tyranny. From the hopeful strains of the famous “Prisoners’ Chorus” to the opera’s soaring overture, Fidelio stands as a testament to Beethoven’s musical and moral vision.

Go behind the scenes of this reimagined Fidelio through three engaging interviews with Eric Glissmeyer of Classical 89—featuring director Tara Faircloth, Wendy Bryn Harmer (Leonore), and Thomas Kinch (Florestan). Each conversation reveals the creative vision behind the production and why the opera still resonates today.

Be among the first to experience this new production, with added narration and striking projections that shine a light on the strength of the human spirit.