The Deutsche Oper Berlin shines under the sign of the red AIDS ribbon. The traditional opera gala in aid of the German AIDS Foundation, which has been one of the highlights of the Berlin charity world for many years, becomes the Festive Opera Night: slimmer, more communicative, more contemporary.

Guests can once again expect to enjoy opera at the highest level and a first-class programme. Once again, international stars of the opera world will accept the invitation of the German AIDS Foundation to the capital. The evening will be hosted by star tenor Rolando Villazón.

After the stage programme, the opera will remain open: With music, culinary offerings and artistic interventions, you can experience a unique "Night at the Opera". The opera house on Bismarckstraße is transformed into a night-time stage for strolling - and the festively dressed guests are the stars.

The Festive Opera Night for the German AIDS Foundation will send out a powerful signal of social solidarity, as the proceeds will benefit people living with HIV in Germany and southern Africa. Strengthening them and giving them opportunities for the future is one of our most important tasks.

The patron of the event is the Governing Mayor of Berlin, Kai Wegner.