Opera
Georg Friedrich Händel
Theodora
11 Nov, 24 - 23 Nov, 24
Musical conductor
Ivor Bolton
Ivor Bolton
Stage direction
Katie Mitchell
Katie Mitchell
Chorus and Orchestra
Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real
Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real
The stage version of this Baroque oratorio by Händel is brought to Spain for the first time, with Katie Mitchell making her debut at the Real. Her production offers a provocative, contemporary reading that highlights themes of religious fanaticism and violence. This long-awaited production will feature great voices including Joyce DiDonato, Julia Bullock and Iestyn Davies.
Dramatic oratorio in three parts, HWV 68
Music by Georg Friedrich Händel (1685-1759)
Libretto by Thomas Morell, based on Robert Boyle's play, Love and Religion Demonstrated in the Martyrdom of Theodora and Didymus
Premiered at London's Covent Garden on 16 March 1750
Premiere at the Teatro Real in stage version
New production of the Teatro Real, in coproduction with the Royal Opera House
Artistic team
Musical conductor: Ivor Bolton
Stage director: Katie Mitchell
Set design: Chloe Lamford
Costumes: Sussie Juhlin-Wallén
Lighting and video: James Farncombe
Choreography: Sarita Piotrowski
Intimacy coordination: Ita O’Brian
Chorus master: José Luis Basso
Cast
Theodora: Julia Bullock
Irene: Joyce DiDonato
Didymus: Iestyn Davies
Septimius: Ed Lyon
Valens: Callum Thorpe
Messenger: Thando Mjandana
Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real
This production may contain explicit presentation of scenes of sexual violence, harassment and exploitation and themes evocation of themes of terrorism
Synopsis and more information
The action takes place during the Roman Empire. Theodora is a Christian and falls in love with the Roman officer Didymus; they form a bond based on love and Christian faith. Together they face persecution for their beliefs. The final duet, when they are both executed, Streams of pleasure ever flowing, is especially beautiful.
Artistic information
Creative team
Cast
Performances
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11 November 2024
19:30
Main Auditorium
Julia Bullock, Joyce DiDonato, Iestyn Davies, Ed Lyon, Callum Thorpe, Thando Mjandana
Subscription tickets E
13 November 2024
19:30
Main Auditorium
Julia Bullock, Joyce DiDonato, Iestyn Davies, Ed Lyon, Callum Thorpe, Thando Mjandana
Subscription tickets A
15 November 2024
19:30
Main Auditorium
Julia Bullock, Joyce DiDonato, Iestyn Davies, Ed Lyon, Callum Thorpe, Thando Mjandana
Subscription tickets B
17 November 2024
18:00
Main Auditorium
Julia Bullock, Joyce DiDonato, Iestyn Davies, Ed Lyon, Callum Thorpe, Thando Mjandana
Subscription tickets D
19 November 2024
19:30
Main Auditorium
Julia Bullock, Joyce DiDonato, Iestyn Davies, Ed Lyon, Callum Thorpe, Thando Mjandana
Subscription tickets H
21 November 2024
19:30
Main Auditorium
Julia Bullock, Joyce DiDonato, Iestyn Davies, Ed Lyon, Callum Thorpe, Thando Mjandana
Subscription tickets F
23 November 2024
19:30
Main Auditorium
Julia Bullock, Joyce DiDonato, Iestyn Davies, Ed Lyon, Callum Thorpe, Thando Mjandana
Subscription tickets G
Cultural activities
Visitas temáticas guiadas sobre los últimos siglos de Roma
What's OnMuseo Arqueológico Nacional
Noviembre de 2024
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Visitas guiadas centradas en obras de temática religiosa
What's OnMuseo Cerralbo
Noviembre de 2024
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Enfoques
What's OnTeatro Real
Encuentro de Joan Matabosch, director artístico del Teatro Real, con los artistas de la producción
06
November
2024
20:15
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