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. Sung in English with English surtitles. Running time 3 hours 28 minutes.

Cast/Performers

Ruth Ann Swenson (Semele), Robin Blaze (Athamas), Stephanie Blythe (Ino / Juno), John Relyea (Cadmus / Somnus), Kurt Streit (Jupiter), Sally Matthews (Iris), Edgaras Montvidas (Apollo)

Creatives/Company

Music: Handel
Lyrics: Congreve
Book by: Ovid
Company: Royal Opera
Director: John Copley (1982 production)
Conductor: Charles Mackerras

Semele

Semele (Opera or Operetta) production archive for QTIX code T465788015. Details of all Semele archived productions can be found under the QTIX code: S2083

Archive Listings

25 Jun 03
to
11 Jul 03

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

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