Rock The Opera The Real Sound of Rock at De Doelen Rotterdam
A raw rock night.
With Rock the Opera, conductor Friedemann Riehle has created an extraordinary concert experience that has since achieved cult status. For many years, the program has been a fixed part of the summer season at the Vienna State Opera, where it captivates an international audience every August. Riehle connects the emotional power of legendary rock songs with the sonic depth of a large symphony orchestra, precise and respectful to the originals, yet at the same time overwhelmingly new. On Saturday, 17 October 2026, Rock the Opera will be presented at de Doelen for the first time. Highlights from the setlist: Pink Floyd – Brain Damage / Eclipse, Comfortably Numb Led Zeppelin – Whole Lotta Love Queen – Somebody to Love, Don’t Stop Me Now, We Are The Champions U2 – Where The Streets Have No Name Black Sabbath – Paranoid Deep Purple – Highway Star AC DC – Thunderstruck
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Who is conducting the Rock The Opera concert in Rotterdam?+
The concert is conducted by Friedemann Riehle.
Where is the event taking place?+
The event is held at De Doelen, located at Schouwburgplein 50, 3012 CL Rotterdam.
What kind of music should I expect?+
You can expect legendary rock songs by artists like Pink Floyd, Queen, and Led Zeppelin reimagined by a full symphony orchestra.
When is the event scheduled?+
The concert takes place on Saturday, 17 October 2026.
Who are the performers in the lineup?+
The lineup includes vocalists Giusy Ferrigno, Sabina Olijve, Giacomo Voli, and The Symphonic Rock Orchestra.
