Details

Puccini's most enduring opera. The story of the love of the poor poet Rodolfo for the consumptive seamstress Mimi. Set in the Latin Quarter of Paris the course of their love is constantly threatened by Rodolfo's jealousy and Mimi's illness. The painter Marcello and the provocative Musetta are the other main characters. This is where 'your tiny hand is frozen' comes from and the last few bars, as Rodolfo realises Mimi is dead, are some of opera's most moving moments. Sung in English. Educational workshops for local schools and workshops contact Michael Barlow 01883 715825.

Cast/Performers

Emma Buratti (Mimi), Alexandra Robertson (Mimi), James Edwards (Rodolpho), Robert Watson (Rodolpho), Jady Pearl (Musetta), Tim Baldwin (Marcello), Robert Gildon (Schaunard), Paul Sheehan (Schaunard), Andrew MacWilliams (Colline), Paul Bray (Alcindoro), Lawrence Reed (Benoit)

Creatives/Company

Music: Puccini
Lyrics(s): Giacosa, Illica
Book by: Murger
Company: Surrey Opera
Translation: Amanda Holden
Director(s): Francesca Gilpin, Jonathan Butcher (music)