Gidon Saks

Bass-Baritone

Biography

Praised for his “fierce, emotionally ripe performances” (Financial Times), which offer a “wealth of nuance” (Opera), Gidon Saks is renowned for his interpretations of the dramatic bass-baritone repertoire. His signature roles include Bluebeard (Bluebeard’s Castle), Nick Shadow (The Rake’s Progress), Claggart (Billy Budd), Kaspar (Der Freischütz), Don Pizarro (Fidelio) and Scarpia (Tosca). He is a regular guest at many of the world’s most prestigious opera houses including Deutsche Oper Berlin, Festival d’Aix-en-Provence, Komische Oper Berlin, Opéra National de Paris, Bergen National Opera, Washington National Opera and Teatro La Fenice.

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Artist Manager

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News

17 May 2024

Gidon Saks: The Flying Dutchman in Turin

Gidon Saks sings his signature role of Daland in Willy Decker's production of The Flying Dutchman at Teatro Regio Turino. Joined by Brian Mulligan as Dutchman and Johanni Van Oostrum as Senta, Saks goes on stage on May 17, 19, 22, 24 & 26. Nathalie Stutzmann conducts.
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08 Sep 2023

Gidon Saks: World premiere of Cassandra at Brussel’s La Monnaie

On September 10, 2023, Gidon Saks performs as Priam/Alexander in the World premiere of Bernard Foccroulle’s Cassandra at Brussel's La Monnaie staged by Marie-Eve Signeyrole and conducted by Kazushi Ōno. Further dates include September 12, 14, 17, 19, 21 and 23, 2023.
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05 Aug 2022

Gidon Saks: Welcome to CSAM!

Praised for his “fierce, emotionally ripe performances” (Financial Times), which offer a “wealth of nuance” (Opera), Gidon Saks is renowned for his interpretations of the dramatic bass-baritone repertoire. His signature roles include Bluebeard (Bluebeard’s Castle), Nick Shadow (The Rake’s Progress), Claggart (Billy Budd), Kaspar (Der Freischütz), Don Pizarro (Fidelio) and Scarpia (Tosca). He is a […]
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