The “Mortal Prophets” crew outdid themselves, launching “HANUSSEN: The Enigmatic Clairvoyant.” It’s an opera, sure, but not your grandma’s. This eleven-act spectacle dives into the life of Erik Jan Hanussen, an Austrian mystic. It’s a wild mix, folksโvoices, synths, and a dash of electronic wizardry. Composer John Beckmann’s brainchild, it’s a trip through mysticism and manipulation, bending time and warping what’s real and what’s smoke and mirrors.
Hanussen’s tale? It’s a doozy. His so-called clairvoyance, once revered as divine, was nothing but smoke and mirrors. A con, wrapped in political shenanigans. It’s a stark warningโdon’t get suckered by blind faith or power running wild.
And then, the finaleโwhew, it’s a thinker. The Epilogue nudges us, almost whispers: “Hey, remember history’s blunders?” “HANUSSEN: The Enigmatic Clairvoyant” isn’t just an opera; it’s a haunting enigma. It’s music that thinks, feels, and dares to leap over the usual limits. If you’re into tunes that tell tales and make you feel all the feels, this one’s a no-brainer.