Details

Irreverent slice of classical mythology - sensual and satirical, hilarious and heart-warming. The god Jupiter is captivated by Semele's intoxicating beauty in a dramatic love story of the divine and the mortal. It cannot last, and Semele suffers the consequences. New production.

Cast/Performers

Rosemary Joshua (Sophie), John Mark Ainsley (Jupiter / Apollo), Sarah Connolly (Ino), Susan Bickley (Juno), Janis Kelly (Iris), Stephen Wallace (Athamas)

Creatives/Company

Music: Handel
Lyrics: Congreve
Book by: Ovid
Company: English National Opera (ENO)
Director: Robert Carsen
Conductor: Harry Bicket
Design: Patrick Kinmouth
Lighting: Jean Kalman
Choreographer: Philippe Giraudeaux

Semele

Semele (Opera or Operetta) production archive for QTIX code T01291021294. Details of all Semele archived productions can be found under the QTIX code: S2083

Archive Listings

19 Apr 99
to
28 May 99

London Coliseum
West End, Greater London
Performance Details => Venue archive

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