Details

An energetically enticing tale based on Finnish mythology. Against his mother's wishes, the determined hero Lemminkäinen travels North to find a bride. Along the way he is met by challenges and quests that will delight and enthral audiences and show that a mother's love conquers all, even death. New Production. Sung in English.

Cast/Performers

Ann Taylor (Mother), Suzanne Shakespeare (Swan), Rebecca Afonwy-Jones (Louhi), Adrian Dwyer (Lemminkainen), Christopher Diffey (Soppy Hat), Matthew Hargreaves (Death)

Creatives/Company

Music: Jonathan Dove
Lyrics: Alasdair Middleton
Producer(s): Opera North, Royal Opera House
Company: The Wrong Crowd
Conductor: Justin Doyle
Director(s): Hannah Mulder, Rachael Canning (puppets)
Design: Rachael Canning
Lighting: Richard Howell