Opera Festival On Ice is a breathtaking fusion of world‑class opera and professional figure skating that offers audiences a singular entertainment experience — where dramatic vocal artistry meets athletic grace on ice. Created by legendary producer Willy Bietak Productions, a company with more than 30 years of experience in staging large‑scale ice productions, this innovative show delights the senses by pairing renowned opera voices with elite skating and the emotional depth of timeless classical music.

During its highly acclaimed debut at the Royal Opera House in Muscat, Oman, Opera Festival On Ice was met with enthusiastic praise from both audiences and critics, who celebrated its ability to combine the power and resonance of operatic performance with the visual poetry of ice skating.

At the heart of Opera Festival On Ice is a curated selection of some of the most beloved arias and ensembles from the operatic canon and operetta repertoire. Featured selections include favorites from Puccini’s La Bohème, Verdi’s La Traviata, Bizet’s Carmen, Mozart’s Don Giovanni, Humperdinck’s Hansel and Gretel, and Johann Strauss II’s effervescent operetta Die Fledermaus.

The show brings together a stellar cast of first‑class opera singers — artists trained in the classical tradition whose voices carry the dramatic weight and lyrical beauty of the original works. These vocalists perform alongside world‑class professional skaters, whose precision, artistry, and athleticism translate opera’s emotional storytelling into stunning visual movement. Their collaboration creates a dynamic synergy where soaring arias are matched by seamless choreography and breathtaking skating sequences.

Supporting this extraordinary artistic collaboration is a team of award‑winning directors, choreographers, and costume designers dedicated to theatrical excellence. Every element of the production — from lighting and staging to costume and musical pacing — is crafted to enhance the narrative impact and visual richness of each performance.

Opera Festival On Ice presents both dramatic opera and the lighter muse of operetta in a format that is both accessible and deeply moving, inviting audiences to experience the emotional power of classical music in a refreshing new medium.

By blending operatic vocal virtuosity with the grace of professional figure skating, this production offers a compelling, multisensory artistic feast that appeals to lovers of classical music, dramatic performance, and visual spectacle alike — making it an exceptional and memorable choice for organizations seeking a unique, high‑impact program.