The Semperoper remains a magnet for visitors. Last season, the Saxon State Opera in Dresden was able to increase its occupancy rate to 94.2 percent, according to Administrative Director Wolfgang Rothe. In the previous season, it was 89.9 percent. In February 2025, all performances were even sold out - 100 percent capacity.
Less money for investments
If you do successful work, it helps you get through difficult times better, said Rothe, referring to the pressure to save money in the Saxon budget. Although the opera receives roughly the same amount as last year, it has less money due to pay rises, for example for investments.
