WNO Il Trittico at New Theatre Oxford
Everybody knows the gorgeous aria "O mio babbino caro" but few people know the opera it comes from, Gianni Schicchi by Puccini. It forms part of Il Trittico, a trio of one-act operas that provide a wonderful evening's entertainment of contrast, comedy and drama.
In Gianni Schicchi, a black comedy, a family schemes to get round the will left by a rich uncle.
It is preceded by Il tabarro (The Cloak), a more sombre tale of jealousy and murder set in Paris.
Thirdly we have Suor Angelica (Sister Angelica) concerning a nun’s sacrifice and familial yearning when sent to a convent to repent her sins.
This concert performance was a good opportunity for audiences to discover these little-known gems of the repertoire.
There were some surprises, such as certain cast members wearing T-shirts demonstrating their opposition to the budget cuts inflicted on them by the Arts Council!!! However we can fully sympathise with them, and I would like to offer them every support and backing.
Cast
Francesca Saracino
Midinette
Creative
https://wno.org.uk/archive/2023-2024/il-trittico-puccini
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