Expanded Salzburg Festivity Offering Ample Entertainment

The Salzburg Festival, renowned as one of the world's most important opera, theater, and concert events, has concluded its summer season with impressive results. The final report reveals high revenues, a 98.4% attendance rate, and a record-breaking number of visitors.

Held across multiple countries, this year's festival attracted visitors from 88 different nations, with a total of 256,600 attendees. All shows were sold out, and the youth program, in particular, saw a significant turnout of 256,600 visitors.

The revenue generated by the festival covers a substantial portion of the total budget, which is supplemented by public funds and sponsors. The total revenue for this summer reached approximately €31 million gross.

One of the festival's highlights was the outdoor production of "Jedermann," which took place on the Domplatz. All 15 performances were sold out, demonstrating the public's enthusiasm for this iconic event.

In addition to the live performances, several operas and concerts were broadcast to numerous countries, ensuring that the festival's reach extended beyond the physical venue. Some productions were even shown in cinemas in South Korea.

The success of the Salzburg Festival this year can be attributed to the efforts of its main responsible persons: Markus Hinterhäuser, Kristina Hammer, and Lukas Crepaz. Under their leadership, the festival achieved a record attendance of 98.4%, a testament to their dedication and hard work.

With 174 performances and events, the Salzburg Festival offered a diverse and captivating programme that delighted audiences from around the world. As the festival prepares for next year, it does so with the confidence that it will continue to thrive and inspire.