Žibuoklė Martinaitytė
A world premiere opera inspired by Inuit poetry, arctic landscapes, and the duality of perception.
This opera, born from the vision of legendary director Robert Wilson and brought to life by composer Žibuoklė Martinaitytė, promises a unique journey. It delves into themes of purity, the arctic, and the idea that reality always has two sides, challenging perceptions through a collage of experiences and internal monologues. The creative team, interpreting Wilson's original concepts, has crafted a production that blends fragments of English, Inuit, and Lithuanian languages, poetry, myths, and legends into a rich narrative. "Upside Down" is an opportunity to witness a significant new work in the operatic world, offering a profound exploration of self and world knowledge. Its genesis from a collaboration between a visionary director and a celebrated composer, even posthumously, makes it a compelling and intellectually stimulating experience for those seeking innovative and thought-provoking opera.