Washington National Opera: Tristan and Isolde
In Wagner's retelling of the beloved Celtic myth and its star-crossed lovers, Deborah Voigt--one of the finest Wagnerian sopranos of our time--brings her alluring portrayal of Isolde to a stunning production featuring an impressive international cast.
- Sep. 15 - 27, 2013
- Opera House
- 4 - 3/4 hours
- $25.00 - $280.00
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About
Richard Wagner's
Tristan and Isolde
Libretto by the composer
Production from Opera Australia
Isolde, a beautiful Irish maiden with magical powers, is riding the high seas to marry her betrothed, the King of Cornwall. But first she must destroy the king's nephew Tristan, the dashing knight who slayed her previous fiancé in battle. When the poison she concocts turns out be a love potion, her vengeful ire and his bold betrayal are suddenly transformed into rapturous, unbridled passion. As the royal wedding approaches, Tristan and Isolde can only find comfort under cover of night. Yet even the darkness cannot hide their desires for long.
Following her acclaimed 2010 WNO debut in the role of Salome, Deborah Voigt--one of the finest Wagnerian sopranos of our time--brings her alluring portrayal of Isolde to a stunning production from Australian director Neil Armfield (A Midsummer Night's Dream, Peter Grimes), conducted by WNO Music Director Philippe Auguin and featuring an impressive international cast. In this, the 200th year of his birth, Wagner's retelling of the beloved Celtic myth and its star-crossed lovers continues to enchant audiences across the globe.
Voigt's "golden-toned, full-bodied singing and luminous beauty has made her the opera world's Isolde of choice."
--The Chicago Sun-Times
Tristan: Ian Storey
Isolde: Deborah Voigt
Brangäne: Elizabeth Bishop
Kurwenal: James Rutherford
King Marke: Wilhelm Schwinghammer
Conductor: Philippe Auguin
Director: Neil Armfield
Set Designer: Brian Thomson
Costume Designer: Jennie Tate
Lighting Designer: Rory Dempster
Performed in German with English supertitles. Supertitles may not be visible from the rear of the orchestra.
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Beginning 1 hour before each performance and lasting approx. 20–25 minutes
Informative and entertaining, Opera Insights take you inside the composer's mind, behind the scenes of planning a production, and into the history and social context of each opera.
These lectures are free, but patrons must present a ticket from any performance of Tristan and Isolde.
STAY AFTER FOR A FREE ARTIST Q&A ON TRISTAN AND ISOLDE
Following this performance:
Sunday matinee, September 15
Join WNO artists for a unique opportunity to ask questions about the production.
All discussions begin immediately after the performance and are free with your ticket.
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Performance Timing: Act I - 80 min.; Intermission - 30 min.; Act II - 66 min.; Intermission - 30 min.; Act III - 76 min. (4-3/4 hours)
Tristan and Isolde
Libretto by the composer
Production from Opera Australia
Isolde, a beautiful Irish maiden with magical powers, is riding the high seas to marry her betrothed, the King of Cornwall. But first she must destroy the king's nephew Tristan, the dashing knight who slayed her previous fiancé in battle. When the poison she concocts turns out be a love potion, her vengeful ire and his bold betrayal are suddenly transformed into rapturous, unbridled passion. As the royal wedding approaches, Tristan and Isolde can only find comfort under cover of night. Yet even the darkness cannot hide their desires for long.
Following her acclaimed 2010 WNO debut in the role of Salome, Deborah Voigt--one of the finest Wagnerian sopranos of our time--brings her alluring portrayal of Isolde to a stunning production from Australian director Neil Armfield (A Midsummer Night's Dream, Peter Grimes), conducted by WNO Music Director Philippe Auguin and featuring an impressive international cast. In this, the 200th year of his birth, Wagner's retelling of the beloved Celtic myth and its star-crossed lovers continues to enchant audiences across the globe.
Voigt's "golden-toned, full-bodied singing and luminous beauty has made her the opera world's Isolde of choice."
--The Chicago Sun-Times
Tristan: Ian Storey
Isolde: Deborah Voigt
Brangäne: Elizabeth Bishop
Kurwenal: James Rutherford
King Marke: Wilhelm Schwinghammer
Conductor: Philippe Auguin
Director: Neil Armfield
Set Designer: Brian Thomson
Costume Designer: Jennie Tate
Lighting Designer: Rory Dempster
Performed in German with English supertitles. Supertitles may not be visible from the rear of the orchestra.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
COME EARLY FOR FREE OPERA INSIGHTS
Beginning 1 hour before each performance and lasting approx. 20–25 minutes
Informative and entertaining, Opera Insights take you inside the composer's mind, behind the scenes of planning a production, and into the history and social context of each opera.
These lectures are free, but patrons must present a ticket from any performance of Tristan and Isolde.
STAY AFTER FOR A FREE ARTIST Q&A ON TRISTAN AND ISOLDE
Following this performance:
Sunday matinee, September 15
Join WNO artists for a unique opportunity to ask questions about the production.
All discussions begin immediately after the performance and are free with your ticket.
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Performance Timing: Act I - 80 min.; Intermission - 30 min.; Act II - 66 min.; Intermission - 30 min.; Act III - 76 min. (4-3/4 hours)
Artists
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Ian Storey, Tristan
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Deborah Voigt, Isolde
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Elizabeth Bishop, Brangäne
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James Rutherford, Kurwenal
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Wilhelm Schwinghammer, King Marke
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Philippe Auguin, conductor
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Neil Armfield, director
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Brian Thomson, set designer
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Jennie Tate, costume designer
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Rory Dempster, lighting designer
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