Details

Queen Elizabeth I is approaching the end of her reign. Her affection for the impulsive Earl of Essex is tested when he grows increasingly ambitious. Should she listen to the guidance of her advisors or be swayed by emotion? Sun in English. Sponsored by Manchester Airport. Running time approx. 3 hours.

Cast/Performers

Josephine Barstow (Elizabeth I), Thomas Randle (Earl of Essex), Ruth Peel (Countess of Essex), Karl Daymond (Lord Mountjoy), Susannah Glanville (Penelope / Lady Rich), Eric Roberts (Sir Robert Cecil), Mark Beesley (Sir Walter Raleigh), Richard Whitehouse (Henry Cuffe)

Creatives/Company

Author: Benjamin Britten
Lyrics: William Plomer
Company: Opera North
Conductor: Richard Farnes
Director: Phyllida Lloyd
Design: Anthony Ward
Lighting: Rick Fisher
Choreographer: Kate Flatt