About
A chamber opera based on George Orwell's 1934 debut novel, set in a small town in Upper Burma. Performances at De Munt, Brussels, from 6 to 11 June 2027.
What to expect
Burmese days is a chamber opera built on George Orwell's 1934 debut novel, set in a small town in Upper Burma, now Myanmar.
- Libretto: Sarah Howe
- Composer: Prach Boondiskulchok
- Story set around a Europeans-only club
- Retold from a Southeast Asian perspective
- hsaing waing and piphat music with western ensemble
Dates
Questions
When does Burmese days start and end?
Burmese days runs Sunday, 6 June 2027, 15:00.
Where is Burmese days?
Burmese days takes place at De Munt, Muntplein 6, Brussel.
What is the opera based on?
On Burmese Days, George Orwell's debut novel from 1934. The story is set in a small town in Upper Burma, present-day Myanmar.
What music will I hear?
The Thai composer brings the colours and virtuosity of hsaing waing and piphat music from the region together with a western ensemble.
What is the story about?
A 'Europeans-only' clubhouse in the last days of the British occupation must open its doors to a Burmese member. That sets off tensions, political manipulation and romantic complications.
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Getting there
De Munt, Muntplein 6, 1000 Brussel, Brussels Hoofdstedelijk Gewest, BE
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