A science experiment that goes off the rails. A cynical bet about fidelity/infidelity challenges love in Così fan tutte, and perhaps change the lovers forever?
The friends Guglielmo and Ferrando make a bet with the philosopher Don Alfonso that their betrothed will be eternally faithful to them, even if they are tempted. The young men agree to put the women's loyalty to the test in a love experiment on the philosopher's terms.
Absurd disguises and entanglements are included in Don Alfonso's cynical attempts, aided by the insolent maid Despina. The women's loyalty is put to the test, all the while Don Alfonso insists that this is what all women do – 'così fan tutte'.
The reason and clarity of the Enlightenment are central to Tim Albery's glorious performance, which has celebrated triumph from New York over London to Copenhagen.
