Details

Set in 48BC in Egypt, Handel's Giulio Cesare is part historical drama, part comedy and part love story. It charts the progress of Cleopatra's passionate love for Cesare, from his victory over his rival Pompey to their triumphal union in the harbour at Alexandria. Handel creates a succession of exquisite arias, each reflecting perfectly the depth and variety of emotions experienced by the characters.

Cast/Performers

Sarah Connolly, Patricia Bardon, Stephanie D'oustrac, Danielle de Niese, Christophe Dumaux, Guido Loconsolo, Rachid Ben Abdeslam

Creatives/Company

Music: Handel
Producer: Glyndebourne Festival Opera
Conductor: Laurence Cummings
Director: David McVicar
Design: Robert Jones
Lighting: Paule Constable
Costume: Brigitte Reiffenstuel
Choreographer: Andrew George