Performance

VenueLondon Coliseum
TownWest End
CountyGreater London
From13th April 2002
To4th May 2002
WhenApr 13, 17, 19, 25, 27, 30, May 4, 9 at 19:30
PricesFrom £3.00. To £66.00.
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The Elixir of Love

The Elixir of LoveT01530602894
A Tuscan village, early 19th century. Inspired by the story of Tristan and Isolde, the shy young Nemorino buys potion from a quack, Dulcamara, in the hope of winning Adina. She seems to prefer Belcore, a sergeant of the garrison, and irritated by Nemorino's now apparent indifference towards her, she promises to marry Belcore immediately. Convinced that the elixir will take effect within 24 hours. Nemorino begs her to wait, but she refuses. Nemorino joins the army, using his enlisting bonus to buy another bottle of elixir. Finding himself suddenly surrounded by village girls , he presumes the elixir is working, unaware of the rumour that his uncle has died leaving him a large fortune. Adina feels intense envy and realises that it is Nemorino she really loves. Learning of his sacrifices, she redeems him from the army and the couple are married. Dulcamara capitalises on the apparent success of his elixir and does a roaring trade.
Music Donizetti
Lyrics Romani


Archive :: production:T01530602894, opera or operetta:S1924, venue:V376

Production details

Revival. Running time 2 hours 30 minutes.

Special Performances


  • 30 Apr 02 Sign Interpreted Wendy Ebsworth

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Company

Company English National Opera
Director Jude Kelly
Conductor Michael Lloyd
Design Robert Jones
Lighting Howard Harrison
Choreographer Quinny Sacks
Other Paul Kieve (illusions consultant)
Translation Arthur Jacobs
Performer Rhys Meirion (Nemorino)
Performer Alison Roddy (Adina)
Performer Andrew Shore (Dulcamara)
Performer Ashley Holland (Belcore)
Performer Sally Harrison (Giannetta)
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