Architect Henning Larsen ultimately denounced his own architectural achievement for the Copenhagen Opera House, stating he was satisfied with the result if the facade was disregarded.
Composition History
The Mærsk Opera, an opera in three acts by SUPERFLEX, was inspired by the dramatic events surrounding the construction of the Copenhagen Opera House, which was completed in October 2004.
Composition History
The construction of the Copenhagen Opera House was marked by a significant conflict between shipping magnate Mærsk McKinney-Møller's preference for marble and bricks and architect Henning Larsen's vision of glass.
Composer Biography
Henning Larsen, the architect of the Copenhagen Opera House, envisioned a humanistic, translucent, and inviting glass house for the opera, symbolizing a music box.
Cultural Impact
The conflict between Mærsk McKinney-Møller and Henning Larsen over the Copenhagen Opera House design has inspired a book, a stage play, and this opera.
Composer Biography
Mærsk McKinney-Møller, a shipping magnate, was accustomed to direct access to Danish prime ministers and expected his donation for the Copenhagen Opera House to proceed without government interference.
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