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Synopsis
Wotan is king of the gods, law-maker and father of nine warrior daughters (Valkyries) with the goddess of the Earth, Erda. He tries to break the curse of the Ring of power by fathering a pure-of-heart hero by a mortal woman. But when the lives of Wotan’s mortal off-spring are threatened, his plans to protect them are thwarted and his favourite daughter defies his will. Though Wotan still loves her dearly, he is forced to punish her severely.
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- Adult Ticket
- £17 - £50
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What the critics say
The extraordinary achievement of the company’s orchestra…plays the 21/4-hour expanse of Wagners Ring prologue to a standard that would be the envy of a German house.
the massive applause that erupted at the performance’s end proved that yet again Wagner had worked his magic as both composer and storyteller. The chief medium of this alchemy was the conductor Richard Farnes, relatively new to this repertory but already a master of its narrative ebb and flow. The pace never dragged, and the entry of the giants, the descent into Nibelheim and the march into Valhalla provided thrilling climaxes.
Beg, borrow, or be like Wotan and steal a ticket for this show as it tours northern England. And if you miss out, make sure you catch the rest of Opera North’s Ring as it unfolds over the next four years. You won’t hear Wagner’s bicentenary more enjoyably celebrated.
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The Music
The musical highlights are many and some will be very familiar through their regular play in films, advertising and on the radio: Siegmund’s hymn of praise to the coming of spring and the awakening of love, ‘Winterstürme’, the Ride of the Valkyries, the Magic Fire music and, above all, the great confrontation between Wotan and Brünnhilde.
Production Info
The full scale and splendour of Wagner’s magnificent conception will be revealed in dramatic performances for the concert hall. With film projections and atmospheric lighting, you will have the rare opportunity to immerse yourself completely in the music, conducted by the Company’s Music Director Richard Farnes.
Cast
- Siegmund ERIK NELSON WERNER
- Sieglinde ALWYN MELLOR
- Hunding CLIVE BAYLEY
- Wotan BÉLA PERENCZ
- Fricka KATARINA KARNÉUS
- Brünnhilde ANNALENA PERSSON
- Helmwige KATHERINE BRODERICK
- Ortlinde MEETA RAVAL
- Gerhilde MIRIAM MURPHY
- Waltraute JENNIFER JOHNSTON
- Siegrune MADELEINE SHAW
- Rossweisse CATHERINE HOPPER
- Grimgerde ANTONIA SOTGIU
- Schwertleite EMMA CARRINGTON
Creative Team
- Conductor RICHARD FARNES
- Concert Staging/Lighting Designer PETER MUMFORD
Did You Know?
The Bayreuth Festspielhaus, the theatre Wagner created solely for the purpose of staging his work, is famous for its outstanding acoustics and its very uncomfortable seats. To buy a ticket for a performance, you still have to wait for up to ten years.
Restaurant Recommendations
Leeds Town Hall Deli:
Enjoy a delicious picnic style deli menu at Leeds Town Hall.
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To book call: 0800 980 2911
Browns: A La Carte Menu
Browns Leeds offers a stylish blend of classic and modern dishes, platters-to-share, pasta, salads, sides and puddings.
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To make a reservation please call: 0113 243 9353
Gaucho: Express Menu
This sumptuous restaurant exudes contemporary glamour married with authentic Argentine culture. Indulge in the finest Argentine steaks and wine.
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To make a reservation call: 0113 246 1783
Thai Edge: A La Carte Menu, 15% Off
Inspirational Thai dishes in a unique oriental contemporary setting.
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To make a reservation call: 0113 243 6333
The New Ellington
This menu is available on the 20 & 27 June only
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Interval Times
Saturday 16 June
1st interval at 5.40pm - 6.10pm
2nd interval at 7.45pm - 9.00pm
Wednesday 20 and Wednesday 27 June
1st interval at 6.10pm - 6.40pm
2nd interval at 8.15pm - 9.30pm
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