Mitridate Re Di Ponto

The opera Mitridate Re Di Ponto, recently performed at the Staatsoper Unter den Linden, was broadcast on NHK BS Premium the other day.

Watching it on screen offers a completely different kind of experience—one where you can appreciate the intricate details of the costumes, which might be missed when viewing from the audience in the theater.

What truly stood out was the breathtaking performance of Pati Pene in the role of Mitridate. I had the chance to see the opening night in Berlin, and I remember being deeply moved by his voice and presence.

It made me think—if each of us is born with a mission to fulfill, then when someone is truly living that mission, they shine with an almost otherworldly beauty. That’s exactly how he appeared. Radiant, powerful, unforgettable.

I sincerely hope this production will find its way to Japan someday. It’s a work that deserves to be seen by many.