Details

Puccini's most enduring opera. The story of the love of the poor poet Rodolfo for the consumptive seamstress Mimi. Set in the Latin Quarter of Paris the course of their love is constantly threatened by Rodolfo's jealousy and Mimi's illness. The painter Marcello and the provocative Musetta are the other main characters. This is where 'your tiny hand is frozen' comes from and the last few bars, as Rodolfo realises Mimi is dead, are some of opera's most moving moments. Sung in English with English surtitles. Running time: 2hrs 15mins

Cast/Performers

Angel Blue (Mimi), David Butt Philip (Rodolfo), George von Bergen (Marcello), Barnaby Rea (Colline), George Humphreys (Schaunard), Andrew Shore (Benoit / Alcindoro)

Creatives/Company

Music: Puccini
Lyrics(s): Giacosa, Illica
Book by: Murger
Producer: English National Opera
Conductor: Gianluca Marciano
Director(s): Jonathan Miller, Natascha Metherell (revival)
Design: Isabella Bywater
Lighting: Jean Kalman
Translation: Amanda Holden