Semele
Apr 08, 2019 · 2h 48m
Director
Thomas GuthrieOverview
On Thursday 2 May 2019, the Monteverdi Choir and English Baroque Soloists, led by John Eliot Gardiner, brought a new production of Semele to “London’s oldest new theatre” at Alexandra Palace. This concert-staging of “Handel’s sexiest opera”, directed by Thomas Guthrie, was the only London date on a prestigious European tour. Featuring a young, glamorous cast of international soloists, the performance provided London audiences with a fuller version of the work, notably with some passages by Handel very rarely heard in modern performances.
Cast of Semele
Crew of Semele
About Semele
What is Semele about?
On Thursday 2 May 2019, the Monteverdi Choir and English Baroque Soloists, led by John Eliot Gardiner, brought a new production of Semele to “London’s oldest new theatre” at Alexandra Palace. This concert-staging of “Handel’s sexiest opera”, directed by Thomas Guthrie, was the only London date on a prestigious European tour. Featuring a young, glamorous cast of international soloists, the…
When was Semele released?
Semele was released on April 8, 2019.
How long is Semele?
Semele runs 2 hours 48 minutes (168 minutes).
Who directed Semele?
Semele was directed by Thomas Guthrie.
Who is in the cast of Semele?
The cast of Semele includes Louise Alder (Semele), Hugo Hymas (Jupiter), Lucile Richardot (Juno), Carlo Vistoli (Athamus) and Gianluca Buratto (Cadmus/Somnus).