Handel Opera Flavio, King of Langobards will participate in the new production of international stars and new Latvian voices / day
The roles will be played by two of the most prominent countertenors in the world-production director Max Emmanuel Caychi (Gvido) and Remi Bress-Fey (Flavio). In the new production, Latvian audiences are also awaiting a reunion with the new generation of Latvian opera singers Catherine Paul Felsberg (Emily) and Daniil Pogoriles (Lotario), which have also gained international professional experience. For the first time, Anna Amanda Stolere (Teodata), soprano Ilze Grēvele-Skaraine (Vitidge) and tenor Martins Zvīgulis (Ugone) will play important roles at the Latvian National Opera. A large mimic ensemble will also take part in the performance.
Langobard King Flavio craves the daughter of his advisor Theodat. His passion leads to a series of events in which love and political intrigue, tragedy and comedy intertwine. Opera Flavio, king of Langobards Handel wrote in 1723, counting on the vocal skill of Senesino and Francesco’s puppies in London. After repeated performances in 1732 Flavio, king of Langobards returned only in the 1960s, and is considered to be rarity of opera music.
« Flavio is a special work in opera history because it is based on the true facts that took place in the 17th century – before Handel’s time. Opera refers to Lord Bolingbrok’s case: he was convicted of murder, but later King Charles II was justified. The movement that supported the Catholic Stewardy Monarchy. Max Emmanuel Cenchič, who has led to the promotion of little known Baroque operas as one of the basic tasks of the Bayreita Baroque Festival. His Operas Flavio, king of Langobards The production takes place in the era of King Charles II, represented by the Opera as the title -winning Flavio. The atmosphere of the Hampon Castle has been created on the stage and the performance is designed as a baroque film.
“I am very pleased that Baroque music will be heard again on the stage of the Latvian National Opera – George Friedrich Handel Opera Flavio, King of Langobards. This work is different from the rest of George Friedrich Handel’s music we know. Although not so popular, it is a very meaningful and beautiful opera, ”says Andris Veismanis, a new production director.
Opera Flavio, the king of Langorbardes Only six times on May 21 and 23, June 1, as well as December 17, 19 and 21 will be on view.
We recommend that you visit the production for spectators from the age of 14.
Negotiations before the premiere of opera Flavio, king of Langobards will take place on May 19 at 6:30 pm in the New Hall.
Tickets can be purchased at the LNOB box office and on the Internet: www.opera.lv
