Details

The opera written in 1859 mixes comic elements in a tragic love story. Riccardo is a leader loved by his people but surrounded by conspirators. He also nurses a secret shame: he adores Amelia, the wife of his closest friend and loyal minister, Renato. Production generously supported by The Friends of Covent Garden

Cast/Performers

Ramon Vargas (Riccardo), Dalibor Jenis (Renato), Angela Marambi (Amelia), Elena Manistina (Ulrica), Anna Christy (Oscar), Vuyani Mlinde (Tom), Giovanni Battista Parodi (Samuel), Changhan Lim (Silvano), Martyn Hill (Minister for Justice)

Creatives/Company

Music: Verdi (1859)
Producer: Royal Opera
Director: Mario Martone
Design: Sergio Tramonti
Costume: Bruno Schwengl
Lighting: David Harvey
Choreographer: Duncan Macfarland
Conductor: Maurizio Benini