A series of shared operatic experiences illustrated by live performance, presented by Deirdre O’Grady.
The series will demonstrate the outstanding features of the early to mid-19th century romantic Italian opera through the glorious melodies of Rossini, Donizetti, Bellini and Verdi. History, its presentation and misrepresentation play a part in the rebirth of celebrated historical figures on the operatic stage.
The series will start with a consideration of the influence of a new educated readership and the novel form on the operatic theatre. Versions of the works of Sir Walter Scott include Rossini’s La donna del lago / The Lady of the Lake (1819) and Donizetti’s Lucia di Lammermoor / The Bride of Lammermoor (1835). Fact, fiction and fantasy through song accompanies the retelling of events and the redrawing of historical characters.
Deirdre O’Grady is Emeritus Professor of Italian and Comparative Studies at University College Dublin.
Event in English.
Free admission, booking recommended.
Reservation no longer available