Verdi, Giuseppe (1813-1901) | Rigoletto | Livret de Francesco Maria Piave |
Welsh National Opera | ||
Pietro Rizzo | Direction | |
Adele Thomas | Mise en scène | |
Orchestra of Welsh National Opera | ||
Chorus of Welsh National Opera | ||
Emma Woods | Chorégraphie | |
Daniel Luis de Vicente | Baryton | Rigoletto |
Soraya Mafi | Soprano | Gilda |
Raffaele Abete | Ténor | Le duc de Mantoue |
Alyona Abramova | Mezzo-soprano | Maddalena |
Nathanaël Tavernier | Basse | Sparafucile |
Sian Meinir | Soprano | Giovanna |
Paul Carey Jones | Baryton | Monterone |
Step into the raucous court of the Duke of Mantua where Rigoletto, the court jester, uses vicious wit to conceal his tormented heart. In a world teetering on the edge of debauchery and deceit, his only joy is his daughter, Gilda. When the charming but womanising Duke sets his sights on Gilda, his actions set in motion a tragic chain of events where a father’s love and treachery collide in a crescendo of passion and heartbreak.
Set against the backdrop of a decadent and ruthless court, this heart-wrenching tale explores the intricate web of love, betrayal, and the consequences of power. Verdi wrote that Rigoletto was his best opera, and with its rich tapestry of emotions and unforgettable melodies – including opera’s most famous quartet and the instantly recognisable La donna è mobile – it’s easy to see why it transcends time and continues to resonate long after the curtain falls.