Details
Poulenc's final opera, is based on Jean Cocteau's play 'La Voix Humaine.' The opera is the last conversation between a young woman and her lover, who is abandoning her. Through her little lies, and his thunderous lies, the truth of their relationship becomes clear. It is an overwhelming account of love, and love's ending.
Cast/Performers
Natalia LemercierCreatives/Company
Music:
Francis PoulancLyrics:
Jean Cocteau (based on Jean Cocteau's play La Voix Humaine)
Translation:
Joseph MachlisDirector:
Alejandro BonattoPresented by:
Steven M Levy (for Charing Cross Theatre Productions Limited)
Musical Director:
Elspeth WilkesDesign:
Andreas SkourtisLighting:
Rob Halliday