Details

Based upon Henry James' ghost tale. A young governess is despatched to the country to take charge of two small children by their distant uncle. Her charges appear to be the very picture of "deep sweet serenity" but there are sinister forces at work and her idyll is soon to be destroyed by terror. New Production. Sung in English. Approximate running time 2hrs 10mins

Cast/Performers

Paul Nilon (The Prologue), Janice Watson (The Governess), Mary Lloyd-Davies (Mrs Grose), Paul Nilon (Peter Quint), Geraldine McGreevy (Miss Jessel)

Creatives/Company

Music: Benjamin Britten
Lyrics: Myfanwy Piper
Company: Welsh National Opera
Producer: John Crowley
Conductor: Carlo Rizzi
Design: Rob Howell
Lighting: Paul Pyant