Orfeo - Garsington
Synopsis
Orpheus sings his way to the underworld in pursuit of his wife Euridice, overcoming all obstacles by the power of his voice. He finds her but loses her again. How long do we grieve a loved one? How long do we hear their voice echoing after they have gone? In 1607, Claudio Monteverdi created his Orfeo, for the Carnival opening at the Court Theatre of Duke Vincenzo I in Mantua. Billed as a āmusical fableā, here was a new form where characters are brought to life with poignant human feelings. Orfeoās dramatic power gave birth to what we call opera today. As in the original performance in an intimate space in Mantua, Garsingtonās summer 2022 production sees the singers and musicians very close; the instrumentalists are part of the action, onstage and visible.
Where to watch
Not currently available to stream in United States.