This performance attempts to give a flavour of how opera has been sung in Italy for generations. With it being in Italian, I will lead you through the meaning of each opera as the narrator. Expect drama on every level.
To encourage people from all walks of life, this is a low priced event. Please bring friends and family.
The performance will last maximum 2hrs 30mins (estimated end 9.45pm), including an interval for an Italian-themed soft or alcoholic drink. Children and young people are warmly welcome to attend, but if they are below 18, they must be accompanied by an adult.
The church venue is a 10 minute walk from Staines Rail, and parking is available by the church hall and around the church itself. Entrance to the church is by the river side (also there is a ramp for wheelchair access).
Pianist: Kelvin Lim
CAST for La Traviata by Verdi (in order of appearance):
Narrator: John Holland-Avery
Violetta: Eva Gheorghiu
Alfredo Germont: Alexander Scott
Giorgio Germont: John Holland-Avery
CAST for Tosca by Puccini (in order of appearance)::
Narrator/Sacristan: John Holland-Avery
Angelotti/Scarpia: Edwin Kaye
Cavaradossi: Joseph Spratt
Tosca: Olga Argo
If you have any further queries, please get in contact with me at: john@hollandavery.com.
I look forward to meeting you on the door.
Grazie mille,
John
