Overview
A BRISBANE BEL CANTO EVENT
A NEW FESTIVAL FOR THE BRISBANE STAGE
Jessica Pratt celebrates the music of Vincenzo Bellini for a special one-night-only concert of spectacular highlights from the bel canto repertoire. Joined by beloved tenors Carlos Bárcenas and Rosario La Spina with Queensland Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Richard Mills.
The program showcases work exploring the heroes and heroines from the bel canto canon that will delight opera lovers and reveal a richly layered world of song for those new to the genre. Hear music from Norma, including the famous “Casta diva” aria, I Puritani and the rarely performed Beatrice di Tenda.
Cast & Creatives
- Conductor Richard Mills
- Soprano Jessica Pratt
- Tenor Carlos Bárcenas
- Tenor Rosario La Spina
- Orchestra Queensland Symphony Orchestra
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