La Sonnambula
Information
- Date
- 14th November 2012
- Society
- Guildford Opera
- Venue
- Electric Theatre Guildford
- Type of Production
- Grand Opera
- Director
- Kevin John
- Musical Director
- Francis Griffin
Vincenzo Bellini’s opera The Sleepwalker is a pastoral love story with intriguing twists, it was first premiered at the Teatro Carcano Milan in March 1831. Eleanor Ross (Amina) and Yuri Sabatini (Elvino) as the betrothed lovers did justice to Bellini’s arias and well supported by Letitia Perry (Lisa) as Elvino’s former lover. Letitia’s acting abilities were well displayed as she tried to hide her feelings for her former lover Elvino. James Davis (Count Rodolfo) has played many roles with GOC and did justice to the part. Alison Sutherland (Teresa) and Gary Maslen (Alessio) both contributed to the opera with fine performances. The singing of the chorus members enhanced the production although Stage Director Kevin John’s settings seemed at times to be a little static. Musical Director Francis Griffin brought out the best of the orchestra accompanying the principals and cast. Simple sets with suitable lighting effects. A large audience enjoyed the evening.
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