Wagner’s ‘Der fliegende Holländer’ – A Tale of Cursed Love and Redemption on WHRO FM 90.3

This Saturday at 1:00 p.m., WHRO FM 90.3 invites you to embark on a haunting journey with Richard Wagner’s “Der fliegende Holländer” (The Flying Dutchman), part of the WFMT Radio Network Opera Series. This classic opera tells the story of a cursed ghost ship captain doomed to sail the seas forever unless redeemed by true love.

Starring Ólafur Sigurdarson as the tormented Holländer and Diana Lamar as the devoted Senta, this performance captures the raw emotion and dramatic intensity of Wagner’s early masterpiece. Based on Scandinavian folklore and inspired by Wagner’s own stormy sea voyage, “Der fliegende Holländer” introduces themes of sacrifice, fate, and redemption that would define much of Wagner’s later work.

In this production, the powerful fusion of the human voice with Wagner’s sweeping orchestral music brings to life the tale of the ghostly captain, condemned to eternal wandering unless he finds a woman willing to love him faithfully unto death. The opera is a profound exploration of the human condition, set against the backdrop of wild seas and tragic destiny.

Whether you’re a longtime Wagner admirer or new to his work, “Der fliegende Holländer” is an excellent introduction to his operatic genius, offering a concise yet emotionally potent narrative that resonates with audiences across the world.

Tune in to WHRO FM 90.3 this Saturday at 1:00 p.m. on the radio, or stream it live, to experience Wagner’s gripping tale of love, redemption, and the supernatural. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear one of Wagner’s most performed operas in a captivating production by the Chinese National Center for the Performing Arts Opera.

Please Note: the Chinese family name comes first and is in uppercase. The first name is in sentence case and comes second in the listings above.