Technical departments

The Göteborg Opera is recognised around the world as an efficient opera house with an excellent production process. We hold modern technical standards with a high technical competence and professionalism. We also try to constantly improve, by continuing the development of technology, methods and organisational principles.

Managers

Benjamin Dørum

Technical Director

Joel Björberg

Manager for Lighting, Sound and Video

Sara Di Benedetto

Manager, Costume, Make-up and Wardrobe

Thomas Johansson

Manager, Technical production, region, tours

Tove Molin

Manager, Stage

Magdalena Fadum

Controller

Stage

Our inspicients, scenmästare and stage crew make sure that every cue on stage happens at the right moment.

Costume, make-up and wardrobe

From hats to shoes, wigs, silicone noses, jewelry and all costumes – we produce, alter and manage everything you see our artists wearing on stage when you visit us.

Lighting, sound and video

These departments consist of professional technicians who are responsible for all stage tech.

Workshops and construction

Around 30 people work in our workshops – with construction, metalwork, carpentry, set painting, fabrics and props.

Technical production managers, regional and tour performances

Technical production managers are responsible for ensuring that a set is produced according to the artistic team’s vision, and is properly cared for after the final performance.