The Royal Opera
THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO
(Revival)
Count Almaviva lives with his Countess on their estate near Seville. The Count has his eye on his wife’s maid Susanna, who is about to marry the Count’s servant, Figaro. Much to Figaro’s dismay, the Count plans to seduce Susanna on the night of the wedding. Meanwhile, Cherubino, the Count’s young page, has a crush on the Countess, but has just been dismissed after being discovered with Barbarina, the gardener Antonio’s daughter.
Figaro decides he must foil the Count’s attempt to seduce his wife-to-be and enlists the help of the Countess, Susanna and Cherubino – the latter disguising himself as a woman. A series of mistaken identities, misunderstandings and thwarted plans ensue, with all members of the household participating as each tries to get what – and who – they want.
Running time
The performance lasts approximately 3 hours 30 minutes, including one interval
Approximate running times:
Acts I and II
: 1 hour 40 minutes
Interval
: 30 minutes
Act III and IV
: 1 hour 20 minutes
Language
Sung in Italian with English subtitles
BBFC Rating is to be confirmed
Tickets – £16.50 or concessions £15.00. Booking fee per transaction – £1 on telephone & internet sales, 50p at the Box Office.
