Details

The centrepiece of this opera is the fictional confrontation between Mary Stuart, the Catholic Queen of Scotland, and the Protestant Queen Elizabeth I. The opera builds to the moment of conflict when political, religious and romantic tensions simmer over, resulting in Mary's condemnation and eventual execution. The opera is recognised as one of Donizetti's most persuasive and powerful scores and culminates in an exceptionally affecting final scene. Sung in Italian with English surtitles. Running time: approx. 2hrs 40mins (inclu. one interval)

Cast/Performers

Joyce DiDonato (Maria Queen of Scots), Carmen Giannattasio (Elizabeth I), Jeremy Carpenter (Lord Cecil, Ismael Jordi (Roberto Earl of Leicester), Kathleen Wilkinson (Anna Kennedy), Matthew Rose (Giogio Talbot)

Creatives/Company

Music: Donizetti
Producer(s): Royal Opera, The Gran Teatre del Liceu Barcelona, Theatre des Champs Elysees Paris, Teatr Wielki Warsaw
Conductor: Bertrand de Billy
Director(s): Moshe Leiser, Patrice Caurier
Design: Christia Fenouillat
Costume: Agostino Cavalca
Lighting: Christophe Forey