Stage Door News
Stage Door News
As an example of Opera Lyra’s new artistic direction, General Director Jeep Jeffries and Interim Artistic Director Kevin Mallon are excited to present Mozart’s most exuberant comedy, reimagined. With a nod to Downton Abbey, The Marriage of Figaro is set in Edwardian England in this lavishly staged, fast-paced production.
Follow the twists and turns of lovers caught in difficult and compromising positions, jealous suitors, and servants intent on outwitting their masters. Count Almaviva’s valet Figaro is trying to marry Susanna, maid to the Countess. Meanwhile, the Count has plans to seduce Susanna and the Countess is being chased by the young Page, Cherubino. It’s a beloved, comic opera full of romance, misadventure and mistaken identity.
Baritone James Westman is Count Almaviva, soprano Nathalie Paulin is the Countess Almaviva, soprano Sasha Djihanian is Susanna, baritone John Brancy is Figaro and mezzo-soprano Wallis Giunta is Cherubino. Contalto Lynne McMurtry is Marcellina, tenor Aaron Ferguson is Basilio/Don Curzio, baritone Peter McGillivray is Bartolo, soprano Johane Ansell is Barbarina and baritone Sean Watson is Antonio. Stage Director is Tom Diamond, one of Canada’s most acclaimed opera talents.
The Opera Lyra Chorus is led by Laurence Ewashko. The National Arts Centre Orchestra (NACO) will be conducted by Interim Artistic Director, Kevin Mallon. Curtain is at 8:00pm. Pre-opera chats for ticket holders in English at 7:00pm on March 21, 25, 28; and March 23 in French, Mezzanine, NAC.
The Marriage of Figaro - March 21, 23, 25, 28 2015 in Southam Hall, NAC
Tickets - In person at NAC Box Office. Ticketmaster – 1-888–991-2787.Or operalyra.ca
Special Events for the public:
In the coming weeks, Opera Lyra is pleased to invite the public to a few special events to help celebrate the marriage of Figaro and Susanna.
1.) Figaro & Susanna’s Stag ‘N Doe on Thursday, March 5, 7-10pm. Meet the cast and crew for an evening of song and drink at the Celtic Cross Pub & Eatery. The karaoke mic is open and waiting for you. Tickets $25 at www.operalyra.ca
2.) Before they say I do, you dine! The Rehearsal Party is on March 12, 6:30-8:30pm. Opera Lyra and the cast invite you to an evening of music and light food at the Residence of the Ambassador of Ireland. Tickets $60 at www.operalyra.ca
3.) A Flash of Opera – on March 7, somewhere in Ottawa, two dozen members of the Opera Lyra Chorus will warm up the day with a flash performance from The Marriage of Figaro.
About the company
Opera Lyra is dedicated to creating adventurous opera, and, training and showcasing Canadian talent. By working with community partners, the company presents opera that is relevant to today’s audiences and enriches the cultural landscape in the Ottawa-Gatineau region.
Photo: Sasha Djiahanian and John Brancy. ©2015 OLO.
2015-02-21
Ottawa: Opera Lyra Ottawa presents "The Marriage of Figaro" March 21, 23, 25 & 28