Details

Orpheus descends into Hell on a journey to the extremes of human emotion to reclaim his beloved Eurydice. The poignancy of bereavement is threaded through Gluck's version of the Orpheus legend, but love triumphs over death and the opera ends with a life-affirming hymn of joy. Revival. This production contains some nudity.

Cast/Performers

Alice Coote (Orpheus), Helen Williams (Eurydice), Jeni Bern (Amor)

Creatives/Company

Music: Gluck
Lyrics: de Calzabigi
Company: English National Opera
Director(s): Martha Clarke (original 1997 production), Elaine Tyler-Hall (revival)
Design: John Conklin
Costume: Jane Greenwood
Lighting: Paul Pyant
Translation: Anne Ridler
Conductor(s): Harry Christophers, Anthony Legge (Sep 25/27)