Details
Set in 48BC in Egypt, Handel's
Giulio Cesare is part historical drama, part comedy and part love story. It charts the progress of Cleopatra's passionate love for Cesare, from his victory over his rival Pompey to their triumphal union in the harbour at Alexandria. Handel creates a succession of exquisite arias, each reflecting perfectly the depth and variety of emotions experienced by the characters. Finish time 20:25 or 21:45. A revival of the Festival 2005 production. Sung in Italian with English supertitles.
Cast/Performers
Sarah Connolly (Giulio Cesare),
Joelle Harvey (Cleopatra),
Christophe Dumaux (Tolomeo),
Patricia Bardon (Cornelia),
Anna Stephany (Sesto),
John Moore (Achilla),
Kangmin Justin Kim (Nireno)
Creatives/Company
Music:
HandelProducer:
Glyndebourne OperaConductor(s):
William Christie,
Jonathan CohenDirector(s):
David McVicar,
Nicholas Hall (fight director)
Design:
Robert JonesCostume:
Brigitte ReiffenstuelChoreographer:
Andrew GeorgeLighting:
Paule Constable