In 2025, a long-awaited event for musical fans will take center stage at Budapest Aréna. The legendary musical Elisabeth, beloved for over two decades, returns in a grand concert format featuring the original Hungarian cast. Among the stars are Kata Janza, widely known as “Hungary’s Elisabeth,” and Szilveszter P. Szabó as the enigmatic Death (Tod). This is the realization of a dream performance!
■ A Hungarian Favorite Since 1996
Since its Hungarian premiere in 1996, Elisabeth has remained one of the most talked-about musicals. Originally created in Vienna by librettist-lyricist Michael Kunze and composer Sylvester Levay, the show tells the dramatic and mystical story of Empress Elisabeth of Austria, whose turbulent life unfolds in a fantastical narrative.
■ A Star-Studded Reunion
This upcoming performance reunites the original Hungarian cast, including Kata Janza (Elisabeth), Szilveszter P. Szabó (Death), and Tamás Földes (Luigi Lucheni), along with musical theatre icons such as Piroska Molnár, Attila Dolhai, Ádám Bálint, Erika Náray, and Attila Pálfalvy.
This isn’t just a nostalgic revival. These accomplished performers are still at the height of their careers, making this concert a living legend in motion.
■ A Concert Show Beyond Boundaries
Though labeled a “concert show,” this performance is far more than a musical recital. With a 28-piece orchestra, a 45-member choir, and 18 ensemble performers, the show is a full-scale, two-act musical presentation complete with costumes, props, and choreography.
While stage sets are minimal, historically accurate and visually stunning costumes spark the audience’s imagination. All music is performed live on stage, blending concert with theatrical storytelling—a production truly equal in quality to a full theatre performance.
■ The Story of Elisabeth, Loved by Death
The story unfolds through the eyes of Luigi Lucheni, the man who assassinated Elisabeth. Why did he commit such a deed? Through his narration, the audience journeys through Elisabeth’s complex life.
A woman who craved freedom and defied societal norms, Elisabeth (Sisi) faced estrangement from her husband, Emperor Franz Joseph, tension with her mother-in-law Sophie, and the devastating loss of her children. Her mystical and poignant connection with the personification of Death (Tod) is portrayed in a way that deeply moves the audience.
■ Hungary’s Finest Talents United
This officially licensed production by VBW International GmbH is brought to life by Kapos Musical and the Janza Kata Team. Artistic director and producer Kata Janza leads the passionate cast and crew.
Costumes are provided by SZASENKA®, with original Sisi attire designed by Mónika Czédli. The show’s music director is László Makláry, and the production is directed by Szilveszter P. Szabó. It is truly a showcase of Hungary’s finest theatrical and musical artistry.
■ More Than a Musical – A Resonant Human Story
Elisabeth is not just entertainment. It explores universal themes like life and death, freedom and confinement, love and loneliness. These are vividly expressed through music and performance.
In this unforgettable experience, the emotions of the performers, orchestra, choir, and audience unite in a shared, resonant moment.
Elisabeth 2025—a night you will never forget.
✨“ELISABETH 2025” Concert Show
📅 Date: May 31, 2025 | 20:00
📍 Venue: Budapest Aréna | Bp, Stefánia út 2, 1143
🎭 Featuring:
Kata Janza | Szilveszter P. Szabó | Tamás Földes | Attila Dolhai | Ádám Bálint | Piroska Molnár | Erika Náray | Attila Pálfalvy and more
🎼 Format: 2 acts | Full musical score | Concert-style performance
🎟️ Presented by: Kapos Musical
Website: elisabethkoncert.hu
Tickets: https://www.jegy.hu/program/elisabeth-2025-168859
ブダペスト・アリーナで蘇る伝説のハンガリアン・ミュージカル
『エリザベート2025』コンサートショー開催！
2025年5月31日、名作ミュージカル『エリザベート』が豪華キャストと共にブダペスト・アリーナに帰ってきます。ヤンザ・カタ（エリザベート役）、サボー・P・シルヴェステル（死＝トート役）らオリジナルキャストが再集結し、ファン必見の一夜限りのスペクタクルが実現！
この公演は、28人編成のオーケストラ、45人の合唱団、18人のアンサンブル（歌・ダンス）によって構成される、2幕構成による全曲演奏形式のステージです。音楽は最初から最後まで完全に演奏され、クオリティは劇場公演と同等。衣装も時代考証に基づいた豪華なものが用意されており、演出・小道具・振付を伴ったシーンが、舞台上の大きなスペースで展開されます。
「コンサート形式」という名称は使われているものの、その枠を超えた臨場感あふれる舞台が繰り広げられます。
本作はウィーン発の歴史ミュージカルとして世界的に高い人気を誇り、ハンガリーでは1996年の初演以来、根強い支持を集めてきました。エリザベート皇后の波乱に満ちた人生と、“死（トート）”との幻想的な関係を描いたストーリーは、時代や国境を越えて観客の心を魅了し続けています。
主催はKapos MusicalとJanza Kata Team。芸術監督をヤンザ・カタ、演出をサボー・P・シルヴェステル、音楽監督をマクラリー・ラースローが務め、衣装はSZASENKA®とツェードリ・モニカが担当します。
✨ 『ELISABETH 2025』
📅 日時: 2025年5月31日（土）20:00～
📍 会場: ブダペスト・アリーナ（Budapest Aréna, Stefánia út 2, 1143）
🎭 出演: Janza Kata, Szabó P. Szilveszter, Földes Tamás, Dolhai Attila, Bálint Ádám, Molnár Piroska ほか
🎼 2幕構成・全曲演奏・コンサート形式
Kapos musical https://www.elisabethkoncert.hu/
Ticket: https://www.jegy.hu/program/elisabeth-2025-168859
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