At what price does revenge come? Faced by deception and corruption, cursed and despised Rigoletto swears that he will have vengeance on his master, the Duke and protect his beloved daughter Gilda. But will he pay the ultimate price?
Rigoletto is one of Verdi’s most powerful and direct operas but also contains some of his most appealing and memorable music including "La donne e mobile" and the breathtaking quartet "Bella figlia dell’amore". Internationally acclaimed baritone Simon Keenlyside returns to Welsh National Opera to make his debut in the title role.
James Macdonald’s vividly realised production sets Verdi’s thriller in 1960s Washington DC, creating a tense and compelling evening at the theatre.
Audio Description
Audio Description creates vivid spoken images for blind and partially sighted audiences members, allowing them to capture fully the visual aspects of a performance.
Audio Description is a verbal commentary providing information about the visual elements of the production as the story unfolds. This is relayed through an easy to use and lightweight headset worn by the listener.
Delivered live and simultaneously with the performance, the Audio Describer provides a visual description of the action, facial expressions and body language. They guide the listener through new scenes, costumes and the relationship and positioning of the characters. The style of the production is also highlighted through description of lighting, locations, atmosphere, and mood.
Touch Tour
For most Audio Described performances a free Touch Tour is also available. Click here for details of Touch Tours available for autumn, spring and summer 2009.
Touch Tours are highly recommended as something which will compliment your experience of the Audio Described performance as it allows blind or visually impaired patrons to touch elements of the set, examine some props, and gain an awareness of the acting and performance space.
Click here for frequently asked questions concerning Audio Description and Touch Tours.
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