In a recent meeting between officials from the Royal Opera House Muscat (ROHM) and Teatro La Fenice in Venice, Italy, both institutions expressed their commitment to collaborating on future projects and sharing innovative best practices. HH Sayyid Dr Kamil Fahad Al Said and Fortunato Ortombina discussed the objectives of ROHM and explored possibilities such as hosting performances and concerts from Teatro La Fenice at ROHM in the upcoming seasons. The collaboration aims to enrich the global cultural landscape through creative exchange and audience engagement strategies, including innovative marketing initiatives and community outreach programs.
During the meeting, HH Sayyid Dr Kamil Al Said highlighted ROHM’s current objectives and innovative marketing initiatives, such as creating new scents by renowned perfumer Roja Dove that are inspired by operas performed at ROHM. Ortombina expressed interest in collaborating on audience development strategies, especially those targeted towards engaging youth through educational and community outreach programs. The two opera houses also discussed sharing technical best practices in stage technologies to enhance their respective productions.
Building on the success of the 2016 tour of L’Elisir d’Amore in Oman by Teatro La Fenice, the officials discussed future possibilities for collaboration, such as hosting another opera title or an orchestra and chorus concert from Teatro La Fenice at ROHM in the 2025-26 season. The visit included a tour of La Fenice, where HH Sayyid Dr Kamil Al Said praised the grandeur and splendor of the opera house’s palatial architecture, dating back to 1792. The collaborative discussions and exciting future plans set the stage for further strengthening ties between the two institutions.
HH Sayyid Dr Kamil Al Said expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to enhance collaboration between ROHM and Teatro La Fenice, emphasizing the importance of enriching the global cultural landscape through creative exchange. Ortombina echoed similar sentiments, praising ROHM’s innovative strategies and expressing hope for continued collaboration in the future. The meeting between the officials from both opera houses showcased a shared commitment to fostering cultural exchange and exploring new possibilities for collaboration in upcoming seasons, aimed at engaging audiences and enriching the global cultural scene.
Overall, the meeting between HH Sayyid Dr Kamil Al Said and Fortunato Ortombina of Royal Opera House Muscat and Teatro La Fenice in Venice, Italy, highlighted the shared commitment to enhancing collaborative ties and exploring new possibilities for future projects and performances. By sharing innovative best practices, audience development strategies, and technical expertise, both institutions aim to enrich the global cultural landscape and engage audiences, especially the youth, through educational and community outreach programs. The collaborative discussions and exciting plans for the future set the stage for continued collaboration between the two opera houses in the years to come, further enriching the global cultural scene.