Details
An Opera in two acts by Berlioz; text by the composer, after Shakespeare's comedy
Much Ado About Nothing. Messina, 1700. While the Hero looks forward to seeing her love Claudio on his return from the wars, his friend Benedict is greeted more sardonically by Beatrice. Gradually the love beneath their banter is disclosed, and they agree to marry, as do Hero and Claudio. Sung in English. Running time 2 hours 15 minutes.
Cast/Performers
Ann Murray (Beatrice),
Paul Nilon (Benedict),
Rebecca Evans (Hero),
Timothy Mirfin (Don Pedro),
Ralph Mason (Leonato),
Ivan Ludlow (Claudio),
Anna Burford (Ursula),
Donald Maxwell (Somarone)
Creatives/Company
Music:
BerliozCompany:
Welsh National OperaConductor:
Jean-Yves OssonceProducer(s):
Elijah Moshinsky,
Robin Tebbutt (revival)
Design:
Michael YearganCostume:
Dona GranataLighting:
Howard Harrison
