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La Traviata, Royal Opera live broadcast screening
LA TRAVIATA, live broadcast from Royal Opera of Verdi's dazzling music and star soprano Ermonela Jaho standout performance as the captivating but tragic Parisian courtesan, in this tale of love, passion and heartbreak,
At one of her lavish parties, celebrated courtesan Violetta is introduced to Alfredo Germont. The two fall madly in love, and though hesitant to leave behind her life of luxury and freedom, Violetta follows her heart. But the young couple’s happiness is short-lived, as the harsh realities of life soon come knocking.
Verdi's sublime score features some of opera’s most famous melodies. It's a star vehicle for its leading soprano and a signature role for Ermonela Jaho, who has performed it worldwide over 300 times to great acclaim. In director Richard Eyre’s world of seductive grandeur, the tender and devastating beauty at the centre of Verdi’s opera shines bright.
LA TRAVIATA is a perfect opera for first-timers as well as a favourite among opera lovers.
At one of her lavish parties, celebrated courtesan Violetta is introduced to Alfredo Germont. The two fall madly in love, and though hesitant to leave behind her life of luxury and freedom, Violetta follows her heart. But the young couple’s happiness is short-lived, as the harsh realities of life soon come knocking.
Verdi's sublime score features some of opera’s most famous melodies. It's a star vehicle for its leading soprano and a signature role for Ermonela Jaho, who has performed it worldwide over 300 times to great acclaim. In director Richard Eyre’s world of seductive grandeur, the tender and devastating beauty at the centre of Verdi’s opera shines bright.
LA TRAVIATA is a perfect opera for first-timers as well as a favourite among opera lovers.
Wednesday 14 January
The Drill Hall
Lower Church Street, Chepstow, Monmouthshire NP16 5HJ
Starts 6.45pm, running time approx 3 hoursDoors open 6.15pm
Tickets £16 online in advance (reserved seats) or at the door from 6.15pm
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