STRAUSS
CHRISTMAS GALA
23. 12. 2025. | 20.00 h
Kralj valcera ponovno pred svojim orkestrom
The King of Waltz stands once again in front of his orchestra
Te božićne večeri, Zagreb će uroniti u ritam valcera koji je ispisao povijest Europe dok Strauss, gotovo oživljen, ponovno staje pred svoj orkestar.
Povodom 200. rođendana Kralja valcera, njegov originalni orkestar – Strauss Capelle Vienna – po prvi put stiže u Hrvatsku.
Ne propustite jedinstveni koncertni i multimedijalni spektakl Strauss Christmas Gala, 23. prosinca u Areni Zagreb.
Budite dio ovog glazbenog sna.
On this magical evening, Zagreb will be swept away by the waltz that once shaped the sound of Europe as Strauss himself, almost brought back to life, stands once more in front of his orchestra.
To celebrate the 200th anniversary of the King of Waltz, his original orchestra – the Strauss Capelle Vienna – will perform in Croatia for the very first time.
Don’t miss this unforgettable concert and multimedia spectacle the Strauss Christmas Gala, on 23 December 2025 at Arena Zagreb.
Be part of this musical dream and immerse yourself in the magic of Strauss’s Vienna.
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- Božićni finale – svečane božićne obrade i nezaobilazni Radetzky marš
- Poseban gost – tenor Vincent Schirrmacher iz Bečke narodne opere koji izvodi najslavnije operetne arije.
- Članovi Vienna State Balleta – s impresivnim plesnim interpretacijama valcera
- Duhovna toplina domaćih izvođača– hrvatski pjevači s izvedbama tradicionalnih božićnih pjesama
- „Meet the Orchestra“ segment – ekskluzivna prilika da upoznate osobne priče glazbenika Strauss Capelle Vienna, od prvih nota do velikih pozornica
- Multimedijalni spektakl – vizualne projekcije, svjetlosne instalacije i dramaturgija koja svaku skladbu pretvara u iskustvo za sva osjetila
- 3D avatar Johanna Straussa II – revolucionarni trenutak večeri u kojem „Kralj valcera“ ponovno staje pred svoj orkestar
- Nova tradicija u Zagrebu – događaj koji se prenosi generacijama, okuplja obitelji i stvara zajedništvo kroz klasičnu glazbu
- A musical dream at Arena Zagreb – a concert and multimedia spectacle uniting classical music, dance, visual enchantment, and cutting-edge technology
- The most beloved masterpieces of classical music – The Blue Danube Waltz, the Emperor Waltz, Voices of Spring Waltz, the overture “The Bat”, arias by Franz Lehár, and works by Tchaikovsky and Delibes
- A festive finale – magnificent Christmas arrangements and the legendary Radetzky March
- Special guest – tenor Vincent Schirrmacher from the Vienna Volksoper performing the most celebrated operetta arias
- Members of the Vienna State Ballet – bringing the music to life through stunning choreographies
- Heartfelt performances by Croatian artists – local singers adding spiritual warmth with traditional Christmas songs
- „Meet the Orchestra“ segment – an exclusive opportunity to discover the personal stories of the Strauss Capelle Vienna musicians, from their first notes to the world’s grandest stages
- A multimedia spectacle – visual projections, lighting installations, and dramaturgy that transform every piece into a full sensory experience
- 3D Avatar of Johann Strauss II – the groundbreaking moment of the evening, when the “King of Waltz” once again stands in front of his orchestra
- A new tradition in Zagreb – an event to be passed on through generations, bringing families together and celebrating unity through the timeless beauty of classical music
O Gala Večeri
Strauss Christmas Gala nije samo koncert. To je iskustvo uranjanja u božićni glazbeni san. Dana 23. prosinca 2025., Arena Zagreb pretvara se u svijet u kojem se bezvremenska glazba Johanna Straussa spaja s blagdanskom čarolijom Božića.
Vođena virtualnim avatarom Johanna Straussa II., publika će se uputiti na emotivno putovanje kroz valcer, balet, operu i raskošnu scensku umjetnost.
Svaki od pet činova otkriva novo poglavlje koji pokrivaju periode od elegancije bečkog zlatnog doba, preko romanse, strasti i ljepote prirode, do topline i slavlja Božića.
Glazba, svjetlo, ples, filmski vizuali i pripovijedanje stapaju se u spektakularno, imerzivno iskustvo u kojem se tradicija susreće s inovacijom.
Ovaj multimedijalni događaj posvećen je 200. obljetnici Kralja valcera i predstavlja dar mašte i radosti te jamči nezaboravnu večer koja povezuje ljude univerzalnim jezikom glazbe.
About the Show
The Strauss Christmas Gala is more than a concert – it is a Christmas musical immersive dream.
On 23 December 2025, Arena Zagreb will transform into a world where Johann Strauss’s timeless music meets the festive magic of Christmas.
Guided by a virtual avatar of Johann Strauss II, the audience will embark on an emotional journey through waltz, ballet, opera, and dazzling stage artistry.
Each of the 5 acts reveals a new chapter – from the elegance of Vienna’s golden age, through romance, passion, and the beauty of nature, to the warmth and celebration of Christmas.
Music, light, dance, cinematic visuals and storytelling merge into a spectacular, immersive experience where tradition and innovation meet.
This multimedia event is a tribute to the 200th anniversary of the King of Waltz and a gift of imagination and joy — an unforgettable evening that brings people together through the universal language of music.
