Together, Negar Zarassi and Rickard Söderberg present an evening filled with warmth and contrasts –between opera and musical, Swedish and Persian, seriousness and joy.

With her unique blend of charm, musical precision, and the ability to move effortlessly across genres, Negar Zarassi has touched audiences worldwide. She has performed at venues such as Gothenburg City Theatre, Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, and Malmö Opera. In the summer of 2023, she sang as a soloist during His Majesty the King’s visit for Gothenburg’s 400th anniversary celebrations. This year, she is featured in Sveriges Radio’s Christmas Calendar 2025 and is a winner of SVT’s Kontrapunkt.

Together with Rickard Söderberg, the evening becomes truly special. With his powerful voice, deep commitment, and commanding presence, Rickard has long been one of Sweden’s most beloved opera singers. His ability to unite the classical with the contemporary, combined with his strong stage charisma, makes him a unique artist.

Favorites from the worlds of opera and musical are interwoven with beloved songs in Swedish, Persian, Italian, and French—performed with heart, humor, and brilliance.