The Deutsche Oper am Rhein has opted for interim management after the withdrawal for health reasons of its intendant, Christoph Meyer.
Meyer’s assistant Marwin Wendt will become acting artistic from April 1. Alexandra Stampler-Brown will be managing director on an interim basis.
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