Porgy and Bess

Porgy and BessT01926384292
Based on the DuBose Heyward novel Porgy and Bess tells the moving story of the cripple Porgy and the residents of Charleston's famed Catfish Row. Recognized as an American masterpiece, the story entwines pride, prejudice, pathos and passion through a jazz and blues influenced score. Porgy and Bess introduced classic Gershwin songs like Summertime, I Got Plenty of Nuttin' and It Ain't Necessarily So, as well as magnificent and enthralling choruses that stunned music and drama critics alike at its premiere in 1935.
Author Dubose Heyward
Music Gershwin


Archive :: production:T01926384292, opera or operetta:S2060, venue:V376

Production details

Running time 2hrs 45mins

Company

PromoterAskonas Holt (London Coliseum)
PromoterRaymond Gubbay (London Coliseum)
Company Cape Town Opera
Company Orchestra of Welsh National Opera
Director Christine Crouse
Conductor Albert Home
Design Michael Mitchell
Lighting Kobos Rossouw
Choreographer Sibonakaliso Ndaba
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