About the Show
Written in 1714, a year in which he was establishing his reputation as the foremost opera composer in England, Amadigi belongs to the series of Handel’s “magical” operas. The plot revolves around a fantastical tale of love and sorcery, as Amadigi’s love for Oriana is thwarted at every turn by the evil ministrations of the witch Melissa and the jealousy of his rival Dardano, but true love is finally victorious after Amadigi kills Dardano, and Melissa kills herself. The work features some of Handel s most ravishing music, with one glorious aria following after another.
Cast
William Towers
Amadigi
Tim Morgan
Amadigi
Rebecca Afonwy-Jones
Dardano
Francesca Chiejina
Melissa
Jenny Stafford
Melissa
Harriet Eyley
Orianna
Creatives
Handel
Music
English Touring Opera
Company
Old Street Band
Company
Jonathan Peter Kenny
Conductor
James Conway
Director
Neil Irish
Design
Rory Beaton
Costume
Harry Pizzey (assistant)
Design
Rory Beaton
Lighting
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