Details
Set in the 6th Century BC in Jerusalem and Babylon. Zacharias the high priest, enforces his people to stand up for their rights against Nabucco. His son Ishmael and Fenena, the daughter of Nabuco, have a secret love affair. Abigail who is an illegitimate daughter of the ruler hears of the liaison and swears she will take revenge. Will she accomplish her goal or will love reign. Sung in Italian with English surtitles.
Creatives/Company
Author: Verdi
Lyrics: Temistocle Solera
Producer(s): The Royal Opera, La Scal Milan, Lyric Opera of Chicago, Gran Teatre del Liceu Barcelona
Director(s): Daniele Abbado, Boris Stetka, Simona Bucci (movement director)
Design(s): Alison Chitty, Luca Scarzella (video)
Lighting: Alessandro Carletti