Ernani is the opera that propelled Verdi to worldwide fame but has since become one of his lesser-performed works. It was his first collaboration with librettist Francesco Maria Piave, a hugely successful pairing that was followed by La traviata and Rigoletto.

Ernani

Buxton Opera House

La canterina, The Singing Girl, is the farcical tale of would-be singer, Gasparina, a money-grabbing minx who is down on her luck. Aided by her friend Apollonia – who is disguised as her mother and rather adept at procuring wealthy suitors for ‘her daughter’ – the tricksters exploit the affections of young callers, one of whom is Gasparina’s lascivious singing teacher.  Rent-free living, money, diamonds and promises flow.  When they are discovered, can they charm their way out of it, and is all forgiven and forgotten?

Jane Burnell

Events

Past events

12 - 17 Jul, 2024

Ernani · Buxton Opera House

11 - 20 Jul, 2024

La Canterina · Buxton Opera House

Future and recently performed repertoire

Giovanna in Ernani by Verdi

Buxton Opera House

Gasparina in La canterina by Haydn

Buxton Opera House

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