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Sonya Yoncheva Is World-Class Star, Culture Minister Says
Sonya Yoncheva Is World-Class Star, Culture Minister Says
Sonya Yoncheva performing in Puccini's Tosca, Varna, August 8, 2025 (BTA Photo/Krasimir Krastev)

Bulgaria’s Minister of Culture, Marian Bachev, praised soprano Sonya Yoncheva as a "world-class star" following her performance in The Queen of Spades in Varna on Saturday evening. The performance was part of the 16th Opera in the Summer Theatre festival.

Yoncheva appeared in the production directed by Vera Nemirova one day after she performed in Tosca. She was joined on stage by Armenian tenor Arsen Soghomonyan.

"Varna has been happy to welcome Sonya Yoncheva on its stage for many years, and this season is no exception," Bachev said. "We have had renowned performers in the past and this naturally continues to this day with Sonya Yoncheva as an example - an iconic figure who shines and represents our country around the world," he added.

Tchaikovsky’s The Queen of Spades was conducted by maestro Grigor Palikarov, with performances by the orchestra, choir, and ballet of the State Opera in Varna. The set design was created by Youlian Tabakov.

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