Details

A cautionary tale for us all, The Rake's Progress follows the fortunes of work-shy Tom. Under the influence of the dastardly Nick Shadow, he sets off on a journey of hedonistic self-indulgence that can only lead to ruin! Inspired by the famous etchings by Hogarth.

Cast/Performers

Christopher Purves (Nick Shadow), Robert Murray (Tom Rakewell), Sinead Campbell (Anne Trulove), Susan Bickley (Baba the Turk), Stephen Richardson (Father Trulove), Phyllis Cannan (Mother Goose), Christopher Gillett (Sellem)

Creatives/Company

Music: Stravinsky
Lyrics: W H Auden
Producer: Garsington Opera
Company(s): Garsington Opera Orchestra, Garsington Opera Chorus
Conductor: Martin Andre
Director: Olivia Fuchs
Design: Niki Turner
Lighting: Bruno Poet