Meriç Artaç
The Arrival of Mr. Z
In The Arrival of Mr. Z, Meriç Artaç explores the themes of individual freedom and external influences through five unique characters. With an exceptional cast, including Funda Müjde and Felicia van den End, this opera reflects on change, hope, and the search for connection.
In The Arrival of Mr. Z, the talented composer Meriç Artaç brings five distinct musical characters to life in an imaginative new opera. Created during her artist-in-residence at Festival Dag in de Branding, these characters are inspired by people Artaç encountered on the streets, each one vividly brought to life through her music. The opera explores the tension between individual freedom and the need for external guidance, questioning the role of belief systems, ideals, and power in our society. The work reflects on change, hope, and the search for connection.
With a stunning cast of performers, including:
- Meriç Artaç, concept and composition
- Sjaron Minailo, concept development, libretto, and direction
- Funda Müjde, voice (narrator)
- Felicia van den End, flute (Zizos)
- David Kweksilber, bass clarinet (Yori)
- Brigitte van Hagen, soprano (Gece)
- Jussi Lehtipuu, baritone (Rudan)
- Julia Pallanch, voice and tap dance (Korke)
- Robbrecht van Cauwenberghe, bajan
- Meiyi Lee, percussion
- Robin Veldman, violin
- Anna Jurriaanse, viola
- Harry Broom, cello
- Maarten Warmerdam, lighting design
- Lidwien van Kempen, set design
- Patricia Hofstede, costumes
The Arrival of Mr. Z combines lyrical, powerful, and evocative music with a striking visual and conceptual experience.
