Details

Leonore, loyal wife to Florestan, does not believe the rumours that he is dead but is instead convinced he has been illegally imprisoned. Disguised as a man (Fidelio) she infitrates the prison where he is held, saves his life and effects his rescue. First fully staged production in the UK for 30 years. New Production. Sung in German with English surtitles. Running time 3 hours.

Cast/Performers

Natalie Christie (Marzelline), Wynne Evans (Jaquino), Donald McIntyre (Rocco), Franzita Whelan (Leonore), Robert Hayward (Don Pizarro), Par Lindskog (Florestan), Timothy Mirfin (Don Fernando)

Creatives/Company

Music: Beethoven
Company: Welsh National Opera
Conductor(s): Yves Abel (except Nov 8), Anthony Negus (Nov 8)
Producer(s): Patrice Caurier, Moshe Leiser
Design: Christian Fenouillat
Costume: Agostino Cavalca
Lighting: Christophe Forey