"The framework and level of ambition for Bergen International Festival has been set," Per Boye Hansen, the festival's new managing director, said in a statement.
The cycle is being produced with the Latvia National Opera and conducted by Andris Nelsons, a young Latvian conductor who has studied with Mariss Jansons. Das Rheingold is directed by Stefan Herheim. The new production will have its premiere in Riga in April 2006.
Lileana Blain-Cruz directs the new production, opening April 23.
The Cuban-born composer is this season's Debs Composer's Chair.
The cast is led by Bryonha Marie and Nathan Gunn, with Tony winner Ted Sperling at the baton.
The season, opening September 21, will include 58 ballets across 21 weeks of performances.
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