The Opera Project
The Rape of Lucretia
an opera by Benjamin Britten
The gripping story of Lucretia, a faithful and virtuous wife, dishonored amidst political rebellion in Ancient Rome, as told through Benjamin Britten's opera.
The men of the Roman Army discover that in their absence their wives have been unfaithful to them. Only Lucretia remains virtuous. When the arrogant Prince Tarquinius decides to test her fidelity (and satisfy his desire) he brings about her utter ruin.
Narrated by otherworldy Male and Female Choruses, told in Britten's unique and haunting musical language, and presented through Glynis Rigsby's starkly effective staging, The Opera Project's production presents this heartwrenching tale as an unforgettable experience.
The men of the Roman Army discover that in their absence their wives have been unfaithful to them. Only Lucretia remains virtuous. When the arrogant Prince Tarquinius decides to test her fidelity (and satisfy his desire) he brings about her utter ruin.
Narrated by otherworldy Male and Female Choruses, told in Britten's unique and haunting musical language, and presented through Glynis Rigsby's starkly effective staging, The Opera Project's production presents this heartwrenching tale as an unforgettable experience.
