Ai Weiwei's Turandot: A Political Twist on a Classic Opera
A new documentary showcases Ai Weiwei's direction of Giacomo Puccini's 'Turandot' at the Rome Opera House.
Ai Weiwei explains his decision to direct the opera, stating:
Thirty-three years ago, I was working as an extra in Zeffirelli’s Metropolitan TurandotHe had previously worked with the production's choreographer, Chiang Ching, and needed the money as a poor young artist in Manhattan.
- The Met Opera is currently staging a revival of the Zeffirelli Turandot until 6 June 2026.
Ai Weiwei brings his signature stylings to the classic Italian opera, giving it a political twist.
Author's summary: Ai Weiwei directs Turandot with a political twist.
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