According to Sting, he is "outside of time, therefore he is timeless. Elton John even calls him the best songwriter ever. Rufus Wainwright is among the greats of his generation. He released eleven studio albums, composed operas and worked with artists such as Joni Mitchell, Paul Simon and the Pet Shop Boys. At this concert you will hear Wainwright's own work, including pieces from his opera Prima Donna and the moving Dream Requiem. After intermission, he will also perform music by others, including "April Fools" by Dionne Warwick. Soprano Danielle de Niese joins him on stage. Together with Residentie Orkest , he will make it a special evening, filled with compelling melodies and impressive compositions.