Dido & Aeneas with Barokksolistene
Dido and Aeneas was written in the 1680s and is one of the most famous works by the English composer Henry Purcell. The opera retains its popularity over 300 years later thanks to its elegant melodies and harmonies. It is a work that has always inspired new interpretations, including dance performances.
Barokksolistene are on-stage, performing as both musicians and actors. Under the leadership of violinist Bjarte Eike, this chamber orchestra, which specialises in English Baroque music, has enjoyed great international success. Providing a unique blend of 17th Century classical music and folk music, the ensemble is equally well known for their virtuoso musicianship and their wild, informal performances.
Performed in two different productions.
22.Mars - 2.April 2019 at Oslo Opera House, Norway
Direction and choreography: Andreas Heise
Set and costume design: Bregje van Balen
photo: Theresa Pewal
photo: Erik Berg
photo: Erik Berg
19.-21. August 2023 at Den Ny Opera, Esbjerg, Denmark
Director: Erlend Samnøen
Set designer: Signe Krogh
Costume designer: Åsa Gjerstad
Lighting designer: Michael Breiner
photo: Morten Fog
photo: Morten Fog
photo: Morten Fog