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Semele


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SemeleIrreverent slice of classical mythology - sensual and satirical, hilarious and heart-warming. A mortal beauty loved by a god who over-reaches herself and is destroyed.
Music Handel
Lyrics Congreve
Book by Ovid

Production details

Sung in English with English surtitles. Running time 3 hours 28 minutes.

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Company

Company Royal Opera
Director John Copley (1982 production)
Conductor Charles Mackerras
Performer Ruth Ann Swenson (Semele)
Performer Robin Blaze (Athamas)
Performer Stephanie Blythe (Ino/Juno)
Performer John Relyea (Cadmus/Somnus)
Performer Kurt Streit (Jupiter)
Performer Sally Matthews (Iris)
Performer Edgaras Montvidas (Apollo)
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