Name: Galileo Galilei
Start: 2024-06-19
End: 2024-06-19
Location: Loretto-Hilton Center

Organization

Opera Theatre of Saint Louis

Direction d'orchestre

Kwamé Ryan

Mise en scène

James Robinson

Décors

Allen Moyer

Costumes

Marco Piemontese

Lumières

Greg Emetaz

Chanteur

Ténor

Paul Groves

Old Galileo

Baryton

Sean Michael Plumb

Young Galileo

Salviati

Soprano

Vanessa Becerra

Marie Celeste

Basse

Hunter Enoch

Pope Urban VIII

Simplicio

Father of Merope

Robert Mellon

2. Cardinal

Cardinal Barberini

2. Oracle

2. Inquisitor

Servant

Kathleen O’Mara

Duchess Christina

Contre-ténor

Elijah English

1. Oracle

1. Inquisitor

1. Cardinal

Mezzo-soprano

Michelle Mariposa

Maria Maddalena

Jennifer Krieder

Sagredo

Lucy Evans

Marie de' Medicis

Gabriela Linares

Scribe

Direction de choeur

Andrew Whitfield

Chorégraphie

Seán Curran

Galileo Galilei

Saint-Louis

États-Unis

Loretto-Hilton Center

Galileo Galilei Glass

Public

Valide

Have faith in science.

Discover the captivating story of one of the greatest — and most courageous — scientists in history. Galileo’s unwavering dedication to the pursuit of knowledge paved the way for groundbreaking scientific advancements, but also caused fierce conflicts with the Church he loved. This opera shines a light on Galileo’s steadfast spirit and reminds us of the enduring importance of intellectual curiosity. Today, Galileo’s story resonates more than ever, urging us to reevaluate our own beliefs, challenge the status quo, and stand firm in our convictions, no matter the consequences.

Experience the power of Glass’s mesmerizing compositions as they intertwine with a poetic libretto by the renowned playwright Mary Zimmerman. Together, they breathe life into the portrait of a man who forever redefined the center of our universe.

English

Galileo Galilei by Glass, mer. 19 juin 2024, Du (2024/2024), Dirigé par James Robinson,, Chef d'orchestre Kwamé Ryan, Loretto-Hilton Center, Saint-Louis, États-Unis

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