Details

Gaddafi is an examination of the creation of a myth. Through the story of a man of humble origin, born into a Bedouin tribe, who became a powerful and influential political leader, the opera examines the volatile relationship between the Middle East and the West and explores international politics and their representation to provide the libretto. World Premiere

Cast/Performers

Ramon Tikaram (Colonel Gaddafi), Riz Ahmed

Creatives/Company

Music: Steve Chandra Savale
Lyrics: Shan Khan (Asian Dub Foundation)
Corporate Sponsor(s): Sky, Artsworld
Producer: English National Opera
Director: David Freeman
Design: Es Devlin