Details
In fourth-century Alexandria, Thais is the scandalous courtesan of the temple of Venus. She is pursued by Athanael, a former admirer who has converted to Christianity and who vows to deliver her from a life of dishonour into the redemptive arms of the Church. Beliefs clash and each transforms the other's life forever. Concert performance. Sung in French. The French-English libretto will be published with the programme. Running time 3 hours 10 mintues.
Cast/Performers
Elizabeth Futral (Thais),
Richard Zeller (Athanael),
Paul Charles Clarke (Nicias),
Clive Bayley (Palemon),
Victoria Joyce (La Charmeuse),
Sarah-Jane Davies (Crobyle),
Stephanie Marshall (Myrtale),
Rebecca De Pont Davies (Albine)
Creatives/Company
Music:
MassenetLyrics:
GalletCompany:
English National OperaConductor:
Emmanuel Joel
