One of Gluck's most beloved works, this exquisite opera explores the power of music and love in our lives
Date/Time: Nov 2 2017, 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm
Vancouver, UBC Old AuditoriumCost: $20.00
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The opera, based on a mythological subject, tells the tale of the legendary poet and musician, Orfeo. The opera begins at the grave of Euridice, Orfeo's young bride. Cupid intervenes and thus begins Orfeo's famous adventure into the Underworld, where, with his music, he must woo the Furies in order to gain entrance into Hades and retrieve his beloved Euridice. Cupid has set one condition though -- Orfeo must not look at her as he leads her out of Hell. Euridice, confused and upset at his coldness, begs for a glance from her beloved. Unable to deny her request, he looks back and watches as she dies once more. However, Cupid believing in the power of true love and demonstrating the power of the Gods, relents, and Euridice is saved.
Leslie Dala | Conductor
Nancy Hermiston | Director
Vancouver Opera Orchestra
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