Details
With glittering vocal showpieces and moving arias, Handel's slant on the perils of romantic love juxtaposes the heroic and the comic, the serious and the playful. A Persian Ruler's infatuation is triggered by the singing of his general's daughter. So instead of concentrating on his planned campaign against the Greeks, Xerxes prefers to focus on the sexual conquest of his brother's beloved - with unexpected results. Original production supported by English National Opera Trust. Running time 3 hrs 40 mins
Cast/Performers
Sarah Connolly (Xerxes),
Robin Blaze (Arsamenes),
Anna Burford (Amastris),
Rebecca Evans (Romilda),
Mark Richardson (Ariodates),
Mary Nelson (Atalanta),
Iain Paterson (Elviro)
Creatives/Company
Author:
HandelLyrics:
MinatoCompany:
English National OperaConductor:
Harry BicketDirector(s):
Michael Walling (original director),
Michael Walling (revival director)
Design:
David FieldingLighting:
Paul PyantTranslation:
Nicholas Hytner