Christof Loy stages Zarzuela "El Gato Montés" in Madrid (faz.net)

• Christof Loy staged his first zarzuela in Madrid to critical and public acclaim.
• Loy learned Spanish and founded the company "Los Paladines" to promote zarzuela.
• The opera "El Gato Montés" is interpreted as a serious drama, inspired by Greek tragedy and Shakespeare.

"German director Christof Loy made a successful debut at Madrid's Teatro de la Zarzuela with Manuel Penella's "El Gato Montés." Critics hailed his production as a "Puerta Grande." Loy, who has committed to Spanish musical language, has staged three zarzuelas this season and founded the company "Los Paladines." The work combines Spanish tradition with psychological depth."