Details

Rossini's 1817 opera Armida reveals the composer at his dazzling best. A Neapolitan opera seria with a libretto inspired by the 16th century Italian poet Tasso's La Gerusalemme liberata, it tells the story of the sorceress Armida, who lures men to her island prison. She has been sent by dark forces to undermine the paladin knights, but has fallen in love with one of them, Rinaldo. Approx running time: 4hrs 20mins with 2 intervals.

Cast/Performers

Renee Fleming

Creatives/Company

Author: Gioachino Rossini
Company: Met Opera
Director: Mary Zimmerman
Conductor: Riccardo Frizza

Armida

Armida (Opera or Operetta) production archive for QTIX code T1045259063. Details of all Armida archived productions can be found under the QTIX code: S080234301

Archive Listings

1 May 10

Barbican Centre
West End, Greater London
Performance Details => Venue archive

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