Details

Set in late 18th Century Sweden - a story of intrigue and spectacle. The subject of Verdi's A Masked Ball which dealt with adultery in high places and a political assassination within living memory, was sufficiently shocking to fall foul of Italian censors. Verdi acceded to a change of location on condition that the drama was not placed in the too distant past. Running time: Approx 2 hours excluding intervals. Suitable for adults and young people aged 12+

Creatives/Company

Music(s): Verdi, Michael Withers (orchestral arrangement)
Lyrics: Somma
Company: Guildford Opera Company
Translation: Peter Clarke