From 14 Jan 2012
The King of the Huns and his conquering hordes clash with cunning women warriors and a scheming Roman general in this dramatic work of historical fiction from the undisputed Italian master.
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ORPHEUS AND EURYDICE
From 25 Feb 2012
This sumptuous and exhilarating account of the legendary Greek hero's descent into the underworld to rescue his true love changed the course of musical storytelling forever. With its perfectly crafted libretto and generous helping of exceptional music, evocative choral passages, imaginative ballets, dramatic duets, and the hero's famous lament, Orpheus conveys a timeless message of love's power to triumph over all.
MADAME BUTTERFLY
From 5 May 2012
A Japanese maiden catches the fancy of a caddish American Naval officer, crosses cultural boundaries to become his bride, and grapples with a serious dilemma while faithfully awaiting his return. Puccini's story of tradition, romance, yearning, and sacrifice has been one of the world's most beloved operas for over a century, and even inspired the hit musical Miss Saigon.
