Details

Gustav von Aschenbach, a novelist in crisis, leaves Munich for Venice in search of fresh inspiration. Aschenbach is captivated by the beauty both of the place and Polish boy Tadzio. Britten's sensual final opera is tinged with mortality, and an exotic orchestral score conveys the story to great dramatic effect. New Production

Cast/Performers

Ian Bostridge (Aschenbach), Peter Coleman-Wright (multiple baritone roles), Iestyn Davies (Voice of Apollo), Dwyane Jones (Strolling Player), Madeleine Shaw (Beggar Woman), William Berger (Restaurant Waiter)

Creatives/Company

Music: Britten
Lyrics: Myfanwy Piper (after Thomas Mann)
Corporate Sponsor(s): Sky, Artsworld
Producer: English National Opera
Director: Deborah Warner
Conductor: Edward Gardner
Design: Tom Pye
Lighting: Jean Kalman
Choreographer: Kim Brandstrup