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Stephen Medcalf’s superb production opened on the 60th anniversary of the first performance at Glyndebourne, inaugurating the new opera house. “One listened enthralled, as Haitink, Hagley and Finley lifted a loving, carefully prepared performance to greatness.” OPERA Mozart’s comedy presents a scenario where society overcomes its differences – social, sexual, generational – through the exercise of the humane values of mutual understanding, respect and forgiveness.Amazon.com essential video
Mozart’s immortal adaptation of Beaumarchais’s satirical tale has always been a Glyndebourne staple, so it was appropriate that this delightfully traditional production of Le Nozze di Figaro was chosen to reopen their refurbished opera house in May 1994. John Gunter’s set design is airy and uncluttered, leaving the actors plenty of breathing space, while director Stephen Medcalf likewise allows the characters to speak (and sing) for themselves. Gerald Finley’s Fi… More >>

Mozart – Le nozze di Figaro / Haitink, Finley, Hagley, Fleming, Glyndebourne Festival Opera