Details

Composed at the time of his wife's death, this is Donizetti's 57th opera. London, early 17th century. The Earl of Essex, Robert Devereux, although loved by Queen Elizabeth is in love with Sara, Countess of Nottingham. Essex is accused of treason and sentenced to death by the Queen, whose reprieve comes too late to save him. Sung in Italian. Running time 2 hours 30 minutes. Concert Performance

Cast/Performers

Giuseppe Sabbatini (Roberto Devereux), Nelly Miricioiu (Elisabetta), Roberto Frontali (Nottingham), Sonia Ganassi (Sara Duchess of Nottingham), Robin Leggate (Cecil), Graeme Broadbent (Gualtiero)

Creatives/Company

Music: Donizetti
Lyrics: Cammarano
Company: Royal Opera
Conductor: Maurizio Benini

Roberto Devereux

Roberto Devereux (Opera or Operetta) production archive for QTIX code T1240362461. Details of all Roberto Devereux archived productions can be found under the QTIX code: S0651801908

Archive Listings

8 Jul 02
to
10 Jul 02

Royal Opera House
West End, Greater London
Performance Details => Venue archive

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