Details
Rosmira still loves the man who jilted her, Arsace. He, unfortunately, is in love with beautiful Partenope. As too are Armindo and Emilio. So naturally, Rosmira dresses up as a man and becomes another of Partenope's suitors, in order to win back Arsace. And that's before things get really tangled... Combining glittering arias and wonderful ensembles, Handel's comic masterpiece follows the exploits of four rival suitors in pursuit of Partenope's love. New Production. Running time 3 hrs 45mins
Cast/Performers
Rosemary Joshua (Partenope),
Patricia Bardon (Rosmira),
Christine Rice (Arsace),
Iestyn Davies (Armindo),
John Mark Ainsley (Emilio),
James Gower (Ormonte)
Creatives/Company
Music:
HandelCorporate Sponsor:
skyARTSProducer:
English National OperaConductor:
Christian CurnynDirector(s):
Christopher Alden,
Peter Littlefield (associate director),
Claire Glaskin (movement)
Design:
Andrew LiebermanCostume:
Jon MorrellLighting:
Adam SilvermanTranslation:
Amanda HoldenOther:
Peter Littlefield (dramaturg)