Béatrice et Bénédict
Classics, Music
Who doesn’t like a little chemistry between the main characters? You won’t be disappointed by this intriguing production from the 2016 Glyndebourne Festival. With new look costumes that give off a 1950s chic vibe and a set dominated by oversized white boxes, this refreshing take on a love story rings true to most.
Directed by Laurent Pelly and conducted by Antonello Manacorda.
Cast: Stephanie d'Oustrac, Paul Appleby, Sophie Karthauser, Frederic Caton, Philippe Sly
Performance language: French
Subtitles: English, German, French and Korean
FEATURED TITLES
Starring: Paolo Bordogna, Desirée Rancatore, Saimir Pirgu, Fabio Capitanucci, Enrico Marabelli
Conductor: Lionel Bringuier
Orchestra: BBC Symphony Orchestra
Soloist: Nelson Freire (piano)
Starring: Christopher Saunders, Eliszabeth McGorian, Marianela Nunez, Vadim Muntagirov, Alistair Marriott
Shakespeare's tragedy of the star-crossed lovers, Romeo and Juliet, is arguably the most famous tale of tragic love. It inspired the creation of many operas that are soaringly passionate and exquisitely heartbreaking. View the collection on CueTV.
Death in Venice (2008)
Step into the mind of Gustav von Aschenbach in this gratifying production from Teatro La Fenice. Featuring glorious sets and an impeccable cast - it truly is an exceptional treat.
Il barbiere di Siviglia (2017)
This virtuoso “gem” is performed by a cast of young singers with tremendous personality and excellent comic timing. Keep your eyes peeled for some striking theatrical effects.
Directed by Laurent Pelly and conducted by Jérémie Rhorer.
Debussy: Violin Sonata; Brahms: Violin Sonata No. 1; F.A.E. Sonata - Scherzo
The pair collaborate for the first time at the 25th anniversary of the Swiss Verbier festival. This romantic programme evokes emotion and admiration in equal measure.
