A rare chance to hear Donizetti's grand opera Poliuto, in its UK professional premiere by Glyndebourne. Set in c.257-9 AD, Armenia has been conquered by the Romans, who have outlawed Christianity. Michael Fabiano sings Poliuto, persecuted for his religious beliefs, and tortured by the knowledge that his wife Paolina, sung by Ana Maria Martinez, is in love with another man. Poliuto's courage is so moving though, that Paolina decides to convert to Christianity too, and follow him to his tragic fate. Donald Macleod is joined in the box by Roger Parker to discuss the history and significance of this little known work, plus there'll be contributions from the director Mariame Clément, conductor Enrique Mazzola and the principal singers.
Presented by Donald Macleod.
01. Donizetti – Poliuto – Act I
01a. Introduction to Poliuto
02. Donizetti – Poliuto – Act II
02a. Commentary after Act I
03. Donizetti – Poliuto – Act III
03a. Commentary after Act II
Donizetti - Poliuto
Poliuto.....Michael Fabiano (Tenor)
Paolina.....Ana Maria Martinez (Soprano)
Severo.....Igor Golovatenko (Baritone)
Callistene.....Matthew Rose (Bass)
Felice.....Timothy Robinson (Tenor)
Nearco.....Emanuele d' Aguanno (Tenor)
London Philharmonic Orchestra
Glyndebourne Festival Chorus
Enrique Mazzola (Conductor).
