Immerse yourself in the world of opera with the newly commissioned work, "Lady Gregory in America," a captivating one-act opera by Alberto Caruso, featuring a libretto by Colm Tóibín. This English-sung opera is set to grace the stage at the Jerome Hynes Theatre, National Opera House, as part of the Wexford Festival Opera 2024. The performances are scheduled from 20 October to 1 November, offering a unique glimpse into the American adventures of Augusta Gregory, a pivotal figure in Irish cultural history and co-founder of Dublin’s Abbey Theatre alongside Y.B. Yeats.

This operatic comedy, marking Tóibín’s third collaboration with composer Alberto Caruso, delves into the life of the formidable Irishwoman, Augusta Gregory, and her interactions with other revolutionary Irish women during her time in America. The creative team behind this production includes Alberto Caruso as the conductor, Aoife Spillane-Hinks as the stage director, and Lisa Krugel handling stage and costume design, ensuring an unforgettable experience.

Tickets are priced at €25, with the opera boasting an approximate running time of 80 minutes. Performance dates and times vary, including morning shows at 11 am on select dates, with the final performance on 1 November already sold out, highlighting the anticipation and excitement surrounding this event.

Don't miss the opportunity to experience "Lady Gregory in America" and be part of a journey through opera that intertwines history, culture, and the arts at the Wexford Festival Opera 2024.

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Lady Gregory in America

National Opera House

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of opera at the Wexford Festival Opera 2024, featuring the much-anticipated "Puccini: Man of the Theatre." This unique event, devised and written by the Grammy-nominated classical singer, writer, and theatre producer William Niall Morris, with music by Puccini, is set to take place from 18 October to 2 November 2024 at the Jerome Hynes Theatre, National Opera House.

"Puccini: Man of the Theatre" is an opera in one act, performed in English with operatic extracts sung in Italian, commissioned by the Wexford Festival Opera to commemorate the centenary of Puccini’s death. The show offers a profound exploration of Giacomo Puccini's life, highlighting the rapid success he achieved with masterpieces such as La Bohème, Tosca, and Madama Butterfly, and delving into the personal tragedy that threatened to unravel his idyllic existence. Through this opera, Puccini seeks redemption and freedom in the only way he knows—through composing.

Under the direction of William Niall Morris, with stage and costume design by Lisa Krugel, audiences are invited to experience a production that combines spoken word and music to tell the story of one of opera's greatest composers. The show runs approximately 75 minutes, making it an accessible yet deeply moving experience for both opera aficionados and newcomers alike.

Performances are scheduled for various dates and times throughout the festival, ensuring ample opportunity for attendees to witness this remarkable production. Tickets are priced at €25, offering an affordable gateway to the enriching world of opera.

Don't miss this exceptional blend of history, music, and storytelling at the Wexford Festival Opera 2024. "Puccini: Man of the Theatre" promises to be a highlight of the festival, celebrating the legacy of a musical genius who continues to inspire and move audiences around the world.

Lisa Krugel

Events

Past events

Oct 20 - Nov 1, 2024

Lady Gregory in America · Wexford Festival Opera

Oct 19 - Nov 2, 2024

Puccini: Man of the Theatre · Wexford Festival Opera

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