Sofi Oksanen / Andrej Prozorov

Performers:

Sofi Oksanen, reading in English
Andrej Prozorov, soprano saxophone, piano

Literary voice against totalitarianism
Sofi Oksanen writes against totalitarian power and its effect on women. The Estonian-Finnish author is best known for her novel »Purgatory«, for which she was honoured with two of Finland's most prestigious literary awards –, including the Finlandia Prize and the Rune Prize. In »Purgatory«, which has so far been translated into 38 languages and spent months at number one on the Finnish bestseller list, Oksanen describes the extraordinary encounter between two women, through which the painful history of their family is gradually revealed –, interwoven with the history of the entire country. Sofi Oksanen will read from her literary work in English – at the Wiener Konzerthaus, accompanied by soprano saxophonist Andrej Prozorov.

program

Sofi Oksanen liest aus ihrem literarischen Werk, Andrej Prozorov spielt dazu

Place

Wiener Konzerthaus – A Temple of Music and Culture

The Wiener Konzerthaus is one of Europe's most prestigious concert venues and a cornerstone of Vienna’s vibrant musical scene. Since its opening in 1913, it has stood for musical excellence, stylistic diversity, and artistic innovation. With four magnificent halls – the Great Hall, Mozart Hall, Schubert Hall, and Berio Hall – the Konzerthaus offers exceptional acoustics and accommodates up to 1,865 guests.

From classical music and opera to jazz, world music, and contemporary compositions, the Wiener Konzerthaus is renowned for its diverse programming, featuring both international stars and emerging talents. Alongside the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, world-class orchestras, soloists, and ensembles grace its stage, making it an essential destination for music lovers.

Getting There by Public Transport

The Wiener Konzerthaus is centrally located in the 3rd district and easily accessible by public transport:

Subway:

• U4 Stadtpark station – about a 5-minute walk
• U3/U4 Landstraße (Wien Mitte) station – about a 10-minute walk

Tram:

• Lines 2, 71, D (stop Schwarzenbergplatz) – about a 3-minute walk

Bus:

• Line 4A (stop Schwarzenbergplatz)

Train:

• Wien Mitte/Landstraße (connection to CAT, S-Bahn, and subway) – about a 10-minute walk

With its excellent transport connections, the Wiener Konzerthaus is easily reachable for both locals and international visitors.
Wiener Konzerthaus – A World-Class Musical Experience.

As one of Vienna’s most important cultural institutions, the Wiener Konzerthaus seamlessly blends tradition and modernity, offering unforgettable concerts in one of the world’s most beautiful concert halls.