AMAHL AND THE NIGHT VISITORS
Gian Carlo Menotti
PRODUCTION
Commissioned by the Teatro Real for the Real Teatro de Retiro, this production presents an Italian-American composer Gian Carlo Menotti’s opera, a heartwarming story set on Epiphany night. It narrates the tale of a modest family’s miraculous experience, culminating in a beautiful ending. Renowned as one of the most enchanting operatic compositions, it resonates deeply with audiences. This new production showcases a tale that captivates both the heart and ears of its viewers, making it a special addition to the Christmas season repertoire.
«I will honour Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year«
Charles Dickens, «A Christmas Carol»
CAST AND CREW
Music and libretto | Gian Carlo Menotti (1911-2007)
Semi-staged opera version
Musical direction | Lucía Marín
Stage direction | Trijueque Pegalajar
Scenic design | Juan Sebastián Domínguez (AAPEE)
Accompanying pianist | Alicia Hernandez Huebra
Choir direction | Juan Pablo de Juan
Costumes and props by the Real Teatro de Retiro
Featuring singers from the CRESCENDO program of the Fundación Amigos del Teatro Real, the Joven Camerata, the Joven Orquesta, and the Pequeños Cantores of the ORCAM (director Ana González), and the Coro de Jóvenes de Madrid
Cast
Mother | Begoña Gómez
Melchior | Gabriel Mas
Gaspar | David Barrera
Balthasar | Gonzalo Ruiz
Page and narrator | Milan Perišić
Amahl | Lidia Gorostidi, Sofía González, and Rafael Torrealba
PRODUCTION
Commissioned by the Teatro Real for the Real Teatro de Retiro, this production presents an Italian-American composer Gian Carlo Menotti’s opera, a heartwarming story set on Epiphany night. It narrates the tale of a modest family’s miraculous experience, culminating in a beautiful ending. Renowned as one of the most enchanting operatic compositions, it resonates deeply with audiences. This new production showcases a tale that captivates both the heart and ears of its viewers, making it a special addition to the Christmas season repertoire.
«I will honour Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year«
Charles Dickens, «A Christmas Carol»
CAST AND CREW
Music and libretto | Gian Carlo Menotti (1911-2007)
Semi-staged opera version
Musical direction | Lucía Marín
Stage direction | Trijueque Pegalajar
Scenic design | Juan Sebastián Domínguez (AAPEE)
Accompanying pianist | Alicia Hernandez Huebra
Choir direction | Juan Pablo de Juan
Costumes and props by the Real Teatro de Retiro
Featuring singers from the CRESCENDO program of the Fundación Amigos del Teatro Real, the Joven Camerata, the Joven Orquesta, and the Pequeños Cantores of the ORCAM (director Ana González), and the Coro de Jóvenes de Madrid
Cast
Mother | Begoña Gómez
Melchior | Gabriel Mas
Gaspar | David Barrera
Balthasar | Gonzalo Ruiz
Page and narrator | Milan Perišić
Amahl | Lidia Gorostidi, Sofía González, and Rafael Torrealba
