Upside Down

Upside Down invites you into a unique opera shaped by Robert Wilson’s visionary direction and the music of Lithuanian composer Žibuoklė Martinaitytė. Drawing from Inuit poetry and Arctic imagery, the production weaves multiple languages and mythic themes to create a reflective journey. You’ll encounter a blend of perspectives that blur the lines between reality and inversion. This layered approach offers a thoughtful exploration rather than a straightforward narrative, encouraging engagement on several levels. The opera’s structure challenges traditional storytelling, inviting you to piece together meaning through sound, visuals, and language. It provides an experience both intimate and expansive, with moments that linger after the final note. Whether drawn to contemporary opera or curious about cultural intersections, this production offers a distinctive artistic encounter. You may find yourself reflecting on the contrasts and connections it reveals long after the curtain falls.