Details
The Pearl Fishers, first performed in Paris in 1863, was Bizet's first success on the operatic stage. The friendship of two pearl fishers, Zurga and Nadir is tested to its limits when both fall in love with the beautiful, but forbidden priestess Leila. Set in ancient Ceylon. Sung and surtitled in English. Running time: 2hrs 30mins
Cast/Performers
Sophie Bevan (Leila),
John Tessier (Nadir),
George von Bergan (Zurga),
Barnaby Rea (Nourabad)
Creatives/Company
Music:
BizetLyrics(s):
Cormon,
CarreProducer:
English National OperaDirector:
Penny WoolcockConductor:
Jean-Luc TingaudDesign(s):
Dick Bird,
Leo Warner (video - for 59 Productions Ltd)
Costume:
Kevin PollardLighting:
Jennifer SchrieverChoreographer:
Andrew DawsonTranslation:
Martin Fitzpatrick