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One sheet advertising the
Frösöspelen (Frösö Games/Festival) performance of Wilhelm Peterson-Berger's musical drama (opera) Arnljot in 1936.
Event Details
Title: Frösöspelen: W. Peterson-Berger: Arnljot
Location: Frösön, Jämtland, Sweden (performed outdoors at Arnljotlägden, near Peterson-Berger's home)
Dates: July 19, 25, 26, 29, and August 2, 1936
Description: Arnljot is a national romantic Swedish opera based on the life of the real historical figure Arnljot Gelline, a Viking who ultimately converts to Christianity and dies alongside St. Olav at the Battle of Stiklestad. Peterson-Berger directed the outdoor performances of his opera on Frösön himself from 1935 to 1939.
Historical Significance
The opera has become a symbol for the Jämtland province and is still performed regularly at the same location on the island of Frösön. The first performances in 1935 were highly successful, leading to the festival becoming a permanent institution. |
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