La Cenerentola

Overview

A timeless tale told in a florid bel canto style, Rossini’s take on the Cinderella story offers an ideal propellant for a virtuosic mezzo-soprano to rocket from rags to riches. But in this retelling, the supporting characters soar just as high: Cinderella’s Prince, her stepfather, and the Prince’s valet are given memorable arias, and the composer rounds out his score with ingenious ensemble flourishes. A vivacious masterpiece, La Cenerentola brings stock fairy tale characters to dazzling life.

Cast

Cecilia Bartoli

Angelina

Ramón Vargas

Prince Ramiro

Alessandro Corbelli

Dandini

Simone Alaimo

Don Magnifico

N/A

Joyce Guyer

Clorinda

Wendy White

Tisbe

Michele Pertusi

Alidoro