Cast for Gozo's opera announced |
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Teatru Astra proudly announces the cast for the two performances of Verdi's Nabucco on Thursday 23 and Saturday 25 October 2014. It will be exactly 20 years after it was performed at the same theatre that a new and exciting production will be put on at the Astra with a formidable cast leading the way. As part of Festival Mediterranea, Nabucco will take centre stage in this year's Festival programme. Opera at the Astra is synonymous with fantastic productions and wonderful music-making. One recalls the latest productions of Norma, Madama Butterfly and Otello, not to mention Macbeth, Turandot, Aida and a host of other operas that set a benchmark for opera productions in Malta. Leading the cast is formidable Italian baritone Piero Terranova, who has sung in major European opera houses such as La Scala, amongst others. The difficult role of Abigaille will be tackled by another Italian singer, this time soprano Silvia dalla Benetta. Famous for her scintillating yet dark texture, with an extensive range and a penchant for coloratura, Silvia dalla Benetta promises to be a superb Abigaille.
Enrico Stinchelli, of La Barcaccia fame, will once again be responsible for the artistic production while Joseph Vella, Astra Theatre's Musical Director and Mediterranea's Artistic Director, will be directing the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra for the two performances. Teatru Astra is supported by a Cultural Partnership Agreement with the Government of Malta, Bank of Valletta, Citadel Insurance, General Softdrinks and the Victoria Local Council. Reservations and bookings can be made through the festival helpdesk on 21550985 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . This website will carry all the latest updates on the opera and festival. |