Halka

{"1":""Halka" by Stanisław Moniuszko is considered one of the most important operas in our country, which brought the composer fame. After the premiere of the four-act version of "Halka" in Warsaw in 1858, Stanisław Moniuszko earned the title of "father of Polish national opera" and the status of one of the most important Polish composers. For the Silesian Opera, "Halka" has a symbolic significance, as it marked the beginning of the history of the Bytom theater, which was the first to stage an opera after World War II. The title has remained a regular part of its repertoire ever since. Following the memorable jubilee productions directed by Maria Fołtyn and Henryk Konwiński, Sławomir Żerdzicki, and Marek Weiss-Grzesiński – this year, the direction and choreography have been entrusted to Emil Wesołowski. The premiere is scheduled for