Details

An operatic version of Shakespeare's fantasy play. With great skill and sensitivity, Britten presents the play as a charming opera, retaining the serene magic of the forest, the distress of the lovers, Puck's mischief, and Bottom's lamentably amateur theatre company. Sung in English, new production.

Cast/Performers

Christopher Josey (Oberon), Claron McFadden (Tytania), Ann Taylor (Hermia), Helen Williams (Helena), Jonathan Best (Botom)

Creatives/Company

Music: Benjamin Britten
Author: Shakespeare
Adapted by(s): Benjamin Britten, Peter Pears
Company: Opera North
Director(s): Moshe Leiser, Patrice Caurier
Conductor: Steven Sloane
Design: Christian Fenouillat
Costume: Agostino Cavalca
Lighting: Christopher Forey