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Conference about “Akhnaten”
Monday, October 13th at 7:00 p.m.
Choir Hall (entrance through the Box Office)
*Free activity, prior reservation required at:
93 317 73 78 – [email protected]
On the occasion of the Akhnaten performances at the Gran Teatre del Liceu this October, we invite you to attend a conference dedicated to this masterpiece by Philip Glass, with stage direction by Phelim McDermott.
The opera, part of Glass’s renowned “Portrait Trilogy” —alongside Einstein on the Beach and Satyagraha— focuses on the figure of the Egyptian pharaoh Akhenaton, the instigator of one of the most radical spiritual revolutions of antiquity. Through hypnotically beautiful music and a visually powerful stage production, Akhnaten invites the audience to experience a performance that transcends narrative, becoming a fully immersive sonic and symbolic journey.
This conference will provide an in-depth look at the multiple layers of this production: its musical architecture, its stage dimension, and its symbolic and emotional significance. It is an opportunity to rediscover Philip Glass’s creative universe and understand the artistic keys that make Akhnaten one of the most fascinating and innovative operas of the 20th century.
Gonzalo Lahoz is a renowned music communicator, journalist, and cultural commentator specializing in classical music and opera. He is the creator and host of Concierto Desorden, a leading podcast in the Spanish-speaking world which, since its launch in January 2022, has surpassed 100 episodes and featured prominent figures from the musical and cultural spheres, including María Dueñas, Javier Camarena, Saioa Hernández, Josep Pons, Núria Espert, and Rosa Montero, among others.
Lahoz regularly collaborates with specialized media such as Platea Magazine, Revista Ritmo, and Codalario, where he publishes reviews, interviews, and opinion articles on the current musical landscape. His work also extends to educational and outreach projects, such as Viaje por la Zarzuela, and he participates in series like Más allá de las notas, which combine chamber music with reflection and historical context.