Opera Philadelphia - Lucia Di Lammermoor
New production
Why see Opera Philadelphia - Lucia Di Lammermoor?
Hell and heartbreak in the highlands
Donizetti's tragic heroine returns to Philadelphia for the first time in 20 years with Brenda Rae at the helm of this brand new production from director Laurent Pelly. The wilds of 19th century Scotland take on a new un-earthly atmosphere is Lucia begins her descent into the abyss of murderous madness, led by the machinations of her own father and brother.
What is it about?
As the only daughter of the Lammermoor clan, the fragile Lucia is expected to marry tactically into a local family against her own wishes, and those of her secret lover Edgardo, a member of the Ravenswoods, the sworn enemies of the Lammermoors.
When Edgardo is dispatched to France on business, Lucia's brother forces her to wed, an action that leads the desolate young woman to strike out in bloody revenge.
Reviews
Customer reviews
3 reviews, average rating: (3.7 Stars)
Nancy
Brilliant production
I completely disagree with the previous reviewers. . I found the Opera Philadelphia production
of Lucia to be stunning, compelling and riveting. The stylized sets, focused lighting, and stark
use of color gave the production a high level of drama. What a refreshing break from the
traditional castle interiors. Brenda Rae’s voice was powerful from start to finish. It was a
brave decision to portray her as a meek and awkward young girl, and while I didn’t love the
limited range of spastic gestures, it made her break out in the mad scene that much more
powerful. A great Lucia for the MeToo moment. ... Read more
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