Norbert Abels

Prof. Norbert Abels teaches Music Theater Theory at Folkwang University of the Arts in Essen. Previously, he was a lecturer in Theater Studies at Goethe University Frankfurt for twelve years after completing his doctorate there. He has held roles as dramaturge at multiple German and European theaters, and has been Chief Dramaturge of the Frankfurt Opera since 1997/98. His research interests include music theater, theater studies, and the works of composers like Benjamin Britten, about whom he authored a critically acclaimed German-language non-fiction book.

Education: Studied Literature, Philosophy, and Musicology at Goethe University Frankfurt, earning his doctorate there. Influential mentors included philosophers like Jürgen Habermas and Carl Dahlhaus in music theory.

Professional Advice: Emphasizes constant learning, extensive reading, and writing as key to academic success. Advocates for transparency in teaching and student engagement.

Extracurricular:曾 earned income as a blues musician during studies, reflecting his enduring passion for music.