IV. Murat Opera Staged with a New Interpretation After 45 Years
Composer Okan Demiriş's famous work is presented to art lovers by the Izmir State Opera and Ballet under the direction of Haldun Özörten.
Composer and conductor Okan Demiriş's opera focusing on the life of Sultan Murad IV is preparing to meet audiences with a new interpretation after a 45-year hiatus.
Subject and History of the Work
Depicting the life of Sultan Murad IV, his struggle for power, and the balance of power within the palace, the work first met with art lovers in Istanbul in 1980.
The libretto of the three-act opera was written by Ahmet Turan Oflazoğlu and holds an important place in the Turkish opera repertoire.
New Interpretation and Staging Details
The Izmir State Opera and Ballet is bringing this significant work with its deep-rooted history to the stage through the innovative interpretation of director Haldun Özörten.
The premiere of the production is being held with intense interest from art enthusiasts as part of the institution's 45th art season.
Cast and Performance Dates
The role of Sultan Murad IV is shared by successful names Doğukan Özkan and Teyfik Rodos, while the role of Kösem Sultan is portrayed by Eylem Demirhan and Derya Kırcalı Gürlük.
Staged at the Bornova Culture and Arts Center Necdet Aydın Stage, the production will meet audiences on October 3 and October 5 following the premiere on October 1.