A few weeks ago, Marianne Schechtel made her role debut as Fricka at the Staatstheater Meiningen in the new production of Das Rheingold (conducted by Killian Farrell and directed by Markus Lüpertz), captivating both the audience and the press. Here are some press excerpts:

"Marianne Schechtel impresses as a beautifully toned, almost girlish Fricka." (OMM.de, Stefan Schmöe, March 27, 2026)

"Marianne Schechtel as a refreshingly feisty and dashing goddess-princess Fricka" (Opernnews, Roland H. Dippel, March 27, 2026)

"Marianne Schechtel's Fricka impressed with tonal beauty and freshness." (Seen and Heard International, Andreas Bücker, April 2, 2026)

“Marianne Schechtel portrays Fricka as a character who knows how to give Wotan a piece of her mind and urge him to action. Her mezzo-soprano voice conveys warmth even in fortissimo.” (Peter E. Rytz Review, April 4, 2026)

Marianne Schechtel will reunite with Fricka when the production will be revived in Meiningen in 2026/27.

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A member of the ensemble at the Staatstheater Meiningen since 2017/18, Marianne Schechtel has had the opportunity to distinguish herself in a wide-ranging repertoire, from Dorabella (Così fan tutte) to Orlovsky (Die Fledermaus), from Eboli (Don Carlos) to Carmen (title role).

Now she makes her role debut as Fricka in the new production of Das Rheingold, under the baton of General Music Director Killian Farrell, staged by Markus Lüpertz.

Premiere on March 27, 2026.

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