The Belfast Ensemble / Iritziak

The cast did a sterling job breathing life into their respective roles. Matthew Cavan was excellent as the sinister traveller. He acted as the narrator of the tale while providing a commentary on the action before revealing his true identity at the end. As The Boy, Sarah Richmond was suitably down at heel at the beginning of the opera before becoming nastier as the work progressed. Rebecca Murphy’s Vile Little Girl was as described and became sanctimonious when reminded of her church affiliation. Paul Carey Jones’s mysterious Musician was a worthy mentor, passing on sage advice to his young protégé. All of the characters sang well and they gave committed performances.