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Jakub Józef Orliński countertenor; il Pomo d'Oro

Wigmore Hall

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of opera this summer at The Glimmerglass Festival with the 2024 production of Francesco Cavalli's "La Calisto." This captivating performance, under the artistic and general direction of Rob Ainsley, brings to life a sparkling early opera that masterfully combines comedy, pathos, gods, mortals, and even a few rutting satyrs. Ainsley's 2013 realization of the score expands Cavalli’s original continuo and strings with original parts for winds and brass, promising a rich and immersive auditory experience.

"La Calisto" weaves together two myths of transformation, delivering a hilarious caper filled with mistaken identities, raunchy trysts, and celestial magic. Set in the midst of Cavalli's career, the opera was designed to entertain and amuse the discerning Venetian public. This bold take on the classic opera will be conducted by Ainsley, directed by Mo Zhou, and choreographed by Eric Sean Fogel, featuring set design by Charlie Corcoran, costume design by Carlos Soto, and lighting design by Amith Chandrashaker.

The opera, sung in Italian with projected English text, runs for approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes. Performances are scheduled from July 23 to August 17, 2024, offering multiple opportunities to experience this magnificent production.

The story follows Jove's attempts to seduce the beautiful nymph Calisto, a follower of the goddess Diana who has taken a vow of chastity. The plot thickens with mistaken identities, unrequited loves, and divine interventions, leading to unexpected transformations and celestial destinies.

Generously sponsored by Allison and W. Keyes Hill-Edgar, the cast features Emilie Kealani as Calisto, Taylor Raven as Diana/Jove as Diana, Eve Gigliotti as Juno, Craig Irvin as Jove, and a talented ensemble that brings this mythological world to life.

Don't miss your chance to be part of this myth, mystery, and adventure at The Glimmerglass Festival. Secure your tickets now for a summer filled with unforgettable opera experiences.

La Calisto

Alice Busch Opera Theater

Today’s recital, Monteverdi and His Venetian Legacy, is a journey through the rich musical heritage of Venetian composers from the late Renaissance to the Baroque, featuring works by Monteverdi, Cavalli and Vivaldi.

The Bellot Ensemble

Corn Exchange

Polish countertenor Jakub Józef Orliński has surged to the heights of the international classical music scene with ease, his vibrancy paving his path and setting him apart from the rest. Founded in 2012 by Giulio D’Alessio and Gesine Lübben, Il Pomo d’Oro swiftly established itself as an ensemble of outstanding quality. These powerful forces come together in stunning synchronicity in this Bing Concert Hall performance.

Jakub Józef Orliński with Il Pomo d’Oro

Stanford University

Opera Memphis proudly presents "La Calisto," a baroque masterpiece by Francesco Cavalli that explores themes of love, lust, vengeance, and astronomy. This captivating production is a highlight of our 2023-24 Season, showcasing the golden age of Venetian opera with a story that intertwines multiple Roman myths, challenging notions of gender and genre. 

**Event Details:**

- **Dates and Times:** 
  - Friday, March 22, 2024, at 7:30 pm
  - Saturday, March 23, 2024, at 7:30 pm

- **Venue:** Playhouse on the Square, 66 S Cooper St, Memphis, TN 38104

- **Language:** Performed in Italian with English Surtitles, making it accessible to all audiences.

**Special Features:**

- **Pre-Show Talks:** Enhance your evening by joining us for insightful pre-show discussions. Plan your visit to ensure you don't miss these engaging talks.

- **Digital Program:** Access the LA CALISTO DIGITAL PROGRAM LINK for an in-depth look at the opera, including cast details, synopsis, and more.

**Cast Highlights:**

- Conductor: Žak Ozmo
- Stage Director: Ned Canty
- Featuring: Angela Yam as Calisto, Stephanie Doche as Diana, Marcus King as Mercury, and many more talented artists.

**Audience Advisory:**
This production is intended for mature audiences. Please be advised that it includes heavy haze and some strobe light effects.

**Tickets:**
Don't miss your chance to experience this exuberant masterpiece. BUY SINGLE TICKETS now and secure your spot for an unforgettable night at the opera.

Join us for "La Calisto" and immerse yourself in the eternal battles of love versus lust and responsibility versus desire, all set against the backdrop of stunning music and dramatic storytelling.

Playhouse on the Square

Acronym

Central Park

La Calisto, first performed in 1651 in Venice, is the best known of Pier Francesco Cavalli’s 40+ operas and is an astonishing example of early Baroque opera. Based on a libretto by Giovanni Faustini, it’s a wild, bawdy romp through the libidinous underbelly of mythology. The first story is the Ovidian myth of Calisto, in which the nymph is seduced by Jupiter disguised as Diana (a gorgeous reminder that people have been exploring gender on stage, and in life, for hundreds of years). The second story is the myth of Endymion, whose love of Diana is secretly reciprocated by the chaste goddess. Decidedly unchaste complications ensue as gods, satyrs, nymphs, and fools twist and turn within a raucous, unraveling plot. La Calisto’s synergy of sublime music and extravagant emotion feels modern and fresh today - undeniably one of the greatest music-dramatic pieces in the operatic repertoire.

Abrons Arts Center

Explore the life and influences of 17th-century Italian musician Antonia Bembo, whose incredible journey takes us from Venice to the court of Louis XIV in Paris. With text and narration by Symphony violinist and author Isabelle Fournier, and a spectacular performance by virtuoso lutenist Lucas Harris, we examine the rivalry and the union between French and Italian baroque music, art, and culture.

Corelli, Lully, & Bembo

St. Andrew's United Church

A jewel from the golden age of Venetian opera, this exuberant masterpiece mashes up multiple Roman myths, bending both gender and genre as it romps through eternal battles of love versus lust and responsibility versus desire.

Francesco Cavalli

Events

Upcoming events

18 - 19 Jan, 2025

Corelli, Lully, & Bembo · Symphony Nova Scotia

21 - 23 May, 2025

La Calisto · Opera Memphis

Past events

Sep 12, 2024

Jakub Józef Orliński countertenor; il Pomo d'Oro · Wigmore Hall

Jul 23 - Aug 17, 2024

La Calisto · Glimmerglass Festival

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