Type: Opera
Orchestra: Madrid Symphony Orchestra
Conductor: Ivor Bolton
Artists: Manuela Uhl, Christopher Maltman, Peter Lodahl
Location: Teatro Real, Portugal
Year: 2016

The Prohibition of Love is one of Wagner’s rarely performed early operas, blending Italian opera influences with hints of his later genius. Inspired by Shakespeare’s Measure for Measure, it explores themes of morality, love, and political oppression. The Teatro Real’s production includes innovative sets and visually striking staging, merging traditional and modern elements. Wagner’s demanding score balances the opera’s unique mix of light-heartedness with serious undertones.