Director
Macbeth as Director · Hamburgische Staatsoper · Oct 20, 2026
Kratzer emerged from Munich's theatrical academy to win the 2008 International Ring Award Competition, a breakthrough that launched him onto the international opera stage. His distinctive staging vocabulary—blending historical authenticity with cinematic innovation—culminated in his acclaimed 2019 opening production of *Tannhäuser* at Bayreuth, named *Opernwelt*'s "Production of the Year." Today he ranks among opera's most sought-after contemporary directors, commanding major commissions across Europe's premier houses.
Opening production of Wagner's *Tannhäuser* at the 2019 Bayreuth Festival, named 'Production of the Year' by *Opernwelt* magazine (2020) and winner of the 2020 Oper! Award
Bayerische Theaterakademie August Everding
Verified past & upcoming performances
Showing engagements within the last 24 months. Upgrade to Patron to see Tobias Kratzer's full career archive.
Looking for Tobias Kratzer's live performances? Their engagement history is in the timeline above.