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Grimeborn - Acis and Galatea archiveBold new versions of classic operas. Rarely-seen and long-forgotten works. Brand new pieces from the most exciting up-and-coming composers, musicians and companies. Eboracum Baroque return to the Arcola Theatre to present Handel's pastoral "little opera" Acis and Galatea, accompanied by a small orchestra of period instruments. In this intimate space evoking a naturalistic, outdoor setting, the audience are invited to join the wedding celebrations of Acis, a shepherd, and the semi-divine nymph Galetea. Of course, love's course never runs smoothly and the couple's delight is interrupted with the arrival of the wretched giant Polyphemus, whose jealous love for Galatea causes him to 'rage' and 'burn'. Acis's fellow shepherds warn him he is unable to overcome the wrath of Polyphemus, Acis refuses and pledges his eternal love for Galatea. Polyphemus, in witnessing this tender moment, ?ies into a drunken rage, brutally beating Acis to death. The opera concludes with Galatea transforming Acis's body into a beautiful stream, thus immortalising him in nature. Recommended for all ages. Running time: approx. 1hr 35mins plus an interval

Cast/Performers

Hailey Willington (violin 1), Ellen Bundy (violin 2), Jess Tickle (viola), George Pasca (cello), Ellie Robertson (oboe), Katie Cowling (oboe), Tom Nichol (harpsichord), Gareth Edmunds (Acis), Naomi Sturges (Galatea), Nils Greenhow (Damon), Angie Hicks (Coridon), Charlie Murray (Polyphemus)

Creatives/Company

Presented by: Eboracum Baroque
Music: Handel
Conductor: Chris Parsons
Director: Jennifer Bakst
Company: Eboracum Baroque Chorus

Grimeborn - Acis and Galatea

Grimeborn - Acis and Galatea (Opera or Operetta) production archive for QTIX code T880077855. Details of all Grimeborn - Acis and Galatea archived productions can be found under the QTIX code: S01539622199

Archive Listings

20 Aug 14
  to
23 Aug 14
Arcola
Inner London, Greater London
Performance Details => Venue archive

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