The Mermaid

Experience an unforgettable musical journey with the London Philharmonic Orchestra, led by acclaimed conductor Edward Gardner, and the sensational Korean violinist Bomsori in “The Mermaid.” Set against the backdrop of Vienna’s vibrant artistic scene—home to Freud, Klimt, and a whole generation of composers—this film brings to life Alexander von Zemlinsky’s sweeping opera, inspired by his unrequited love for Alma Schindler. Delve into the tragic tale of a mermaid who sacrifices everything for love, and witness how Alma’s ties to Gustav Mahler and later Franz Schreker intensified the drama. The program features Schreker’s haunting “Nachtstück” from *Der ferne Klang*, Korngold’s evocative Violin Concerto—dedicated to Alma and woven with themes from classic films like *A New Day* (1937), *Anthony Adverse* (1936), and *The Prince and the Pauper* (1937)—and Zemlinsky’s starring role in *The Mermaid*. Join us for a night where fantasy ignites music, and desire turns into soaring orchestral color. For details & tickets, visit our website.