The story of the Rhinegold (Der Ring des Nibelungen) told for young people

A sweeping retelling of Wagner’s legendary cycle brings the world of gods, dwarfs, giants and daring heroes to life for younger ears. The story opens with the towering figure of Wotan, chief of the gods, and the three Norns who weave fate through past, present and future. Beneath the divine realm, clever dwarfs such as Andvari guard a treasure that holds both wonder and danger, while the giants linger as remnants of an ancient age.

When a tragic murder forces Andvari to surrender his hoard, a cursed ring and a heap of glittering gold are forged, sparking a rivalry between the brothers Fafnir and Regin. Their quest for the riches sets a chain of betrayal and ambition in motion, hinting at the larger struggles that will unfold throughout the saga. Listeners are drawn into a mythic landscape where magic, destiny and the longing for power intertwine, promising an adventure that resonates long after the first act ends.