Details

The outlaw Emani plans to enter Silva's castle and rescue his ward Elvira who he is going to marry even though she detests him. On entering the castle, Emani finds that he also faces competition from Don Carlo, the king. New production (originally the Welsh National Opera 1979 version). Staged by Mike Ashman.

Cast/Performers

Julia Gavin (Ernani), John Hudson (Ernani from May 27), Sandra Ford (Elvira), Alan Opie (Don Carlo), Roberto Salvatori (Don Carlo from May 25), Peter Rose (Silva), Claire Weston (Giovanna), Richard Roberts (Don Riccardo), Paul Hodges (Jago)

Creatives/Company

Music: Verdi
Director: Elijah Moshinsky
Design: Maria Bjorenson
Costume: Irene Bohan (re-interpreted)
Lighting: John Bishop
Translation: Antony Peattie
Conductor: David Parry