
Powder Her Face
Dec 25, 1999 · 1h 50m
Director
Margaret WilliamsOverview
Penned by composer Thomas Ades, this contemporary opera is based on the life of the Duchess of Argyll (played by Mary Plazas), who's fallen on hard times in old age. A notoriously oversexed money-grubber in her younger days, the down-and-out duchess faces eviction from the hotel she calls home. Heather Buck, Daniel Norman and Graeme Broadbent also star in this uninhibited production, with Ades conducting the Birmingham Contemporary Music Group.
Cast of Powder Her Face
Crew of Powder Her Face
About Powder Her Face
What is Powder Her Face about?
Penned by composer Thomas Ades, this contemporary opera is based on the life of the Duchess of Argyll (played by Mary Plazas), who's fallen on hard times in old age. A notoriously oversexed money-grubber in her younger days, the down-and-out duchess faces eviction from the hotel she calls home. Heather Buck, Daniel Norman and Graeme Broadbent also star in this uninhibited production, with Ades…
When was Powder Her Face released?
Powder Her Face was released on December 25, 1999.
How long is Powder Her Face?
Powder Her Face runs 1 hour 50 minutes (110 minutes).
Who directed Powder Her Face?
Powder Her Face was directed by Margaret Williams.
Who is in the cast of Powder Her Face?
The cast of Powder Her Face includes Mary Plazas (Duchess), Heather Buck (Maid), Daniel Norman (Tenor) (Electrician) and Graeme Broadbent (Hotel manager).