The barber of seville

by Gioachino Antonio Rossini

One of the great top-ten operas of all time. A popular hit, and a joy for all ages…

Saturday, April 25, 2009, 8pm
Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 7:30pm
Friday, May 1, 2009, 8pm

Sung in Italian with English translations projected above the stage

Calgary Opera closes its season with Rossini’s popular hit, The Barber of Seville.  Premiered in 1816 at the Teatro Argentina in Rome, The Barber tells the story of love and deception as two men struggle to win the heart of the beautiful and fair Rosina. The Barber’s playful and highly energetic score is now recognized the world over. Calgary Opera is excited to conclude its season with this much-loved masterpiece.