Les Vêpres siciliennes (2013)
The French have occupied Sicily, and Hélène is held hostage by Montfort, the French governor, who has had her brother executed. She turns to the partisan Jean Procida and the rebellious patriot Henri in her bid for vengeance. Les Vêpres siciliennes is one of Verdi’s lesser-known mature operas, but was vital to his development as a composer. It was created for the Paris Opéra in 1855, providing Verdi with an opportunity to embrace the elaborate style and traditions of French grand opera. First seen at the Royal Opera House in 2013, this staging of Verdi's rarely-performed opera Les Vêpres siciliennes – directed by Stefan Herheim and conducted by The Royal Opera’s Music Director, Verdi specialist Sir Antonio Pappano – went on to win the prestigious Olivier Award for Best New Opera Production.
Cast
- Lianna Haroutounian - La duchesse Hélène
- Michael Volle - Guy de Montfort
- Bryan Hymel - Henri
- Erwin Schrott - Jean Procida
- Neal Cooper - Thibault
- Jihoon Kim - Robert
- Jean Teitgen - Le sire de Béthune
- Jeremy White - Le comte de Vaudemont
- Nico Darmanin - Daniéli
- Michelle Daly - Ninetta
Screenplay
- Charles Duveyrier (Original Story)
- Eugène Scribe (Original Story)
Keywords
opera live performance
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Les Vêpres siciliennes about?
- The French have occupied Sicily, and Hélène is held hostage by Montfort, the French governor, who has had her brother executed. She turns to the partisan Jean Procida and the rebellious patriot Henri in her bid for vengeance. Les Vêpres siciliennes is one of Verdi’s lesser-known mature operas, but was vital to his development as a composer. It was created for the Paris Opéra in 1855, providing Verdi with an opportunity to embrace the elaborate style and traditions of French grand opera. First seen at the Royal Opera House in 2013, this staging of Verdi's rarely-performed opera Les Vêpres siciliennes – directed by Stefan Herheim and conducted by The Royal Opera’s Music Director, Verdi specialist Sir Antonio Pappano – went on to win the prestigious Olivier Award for Best New Opera Production.
- Who directed Les Vêpres siciliennes?
- Les Vêpres siciliennes was directed by Stefan Herheim, Rhodri Huw.
- Who stars in Les Vêpres siciliennes?
- Les Vêpres siciliennes stars Lianna Haroutounian, Michael Volle, Bryan Hymel, Erwin Schrott, Neal Cooper, Jihoon Kim.
- How long is Les Vêpres siciliennes?
- Les Vêpres siciliennes has a runtime of 2h 58m (178 minutes).
- What genre is Les Vêpres siciliennes?
- Les Vêpres siciliennes is a Music film.
- Where was Les Vêpres siciliennes produced?
- Les Vêpres siciliennes was produced in United Kingdom.