Details

Breaking the Rules is part concert/part one-man play, exploring the extraordinary life and music of Carlo Gesualdo, known for murdering his first wife, as well as for his distinctive musical voice. In Breaking the Rules we enter the haunted world of 16th-century composer Gesualdo. Nearing the end of his days, he relives the horror of his actions, his anguished memories interspersed with virtuosic performances of his exquisite music.

Cast/Performers

Gerald Kyd (Carlo Gesualdo), Jamie Akers (theorbo)

Creatives/Company

Author: Clare Norburn
Company: The Marian Consort
Director(s): Nicholas Renton, Nicholas Renton
Lighting(s): Natalie Rowland, Pitch Black Lighting

Breaking the Rules

Breaking the Rules (One person show) production archive for QTIX code T385025843. Details of all Breaking the Rules archived productions can be found under the QTIX code: S1421870394

Archive Listings

19 May 16

Corn Exchange
Newbury, Berkshire
Performance Details => Venue archive

Reviews

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