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Toronto – American mezzo-soprano Cecelia Hall will sing the role of Rosina for the May 13, 2015 performance of the Canadian Opera Company’s production of The Barber of Seville. Hall has been praised for how she “combines sincerity and rich beauty in her singing” (Chicago Sun Times). The role of Rosina marks Hall’s debut performance with the COC, who officially joined the company’s colourful production of Rossini’s masterful comedy on May 7.
The role of Rosina is double-cast in the COC’s production and is shared by Hall and Italian mezzo-soprano Serena Malfi, who concluded her engagement with the May 2 performance of The Barber of Seville. Hall will sing the role in all remaining COC performances.
The COC’s production of The Barber of Seville has delighted Toronto audiences since it opened on April 17 at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts. Rossini’s comedic masterpiece features a veritable hit parade of a score marked by showstoppers and sparkling tunes, complemented by a production described as “full of zany buffa delights” (Globe and Mail). Five performances remain before the production concludes its run on May 22, 2015.
Ticketsare available online at coc.ca, by calling 416-363-8231, or in person at the Four Seasons Centre Box Office (145 Queen St. W., Toronto). Ticket prices for The Barber of Seville range from $49 to $424 (includes applicable taxes).
The exciting young singers of the Canadian Opera Company’s Ensemble Studio perform the lead roles in their own performance of The Barber of Seville on May 15, 2015 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are sold out for the May 15 performance.
Photo: Cecelia Hall.
2015-05-08
Toronto: Cecelia Hall sings Rosina on May 13th performance of "The Barber of Seville"