Conducted by Fergus Sheil, Irish National Opera’s artistic director, Rigoletto is directed by Julien Chavaz and designed by Jamie Vartan, the team behind INO’s acclaimed William Tell. This new production promises a forceful exploration of grief, loss, and the destructive power of revenge. Baritone Michael Chioldi sings the title role, with soprano Soraya Mafi as his daughter Gilda and tenor Bekhzod Davronov as the Duke. Bass Julian Close is the assassin Sparafucile and Cork mezzo-soprano Niamh O'Sullivan is Maddalena. Featuring the Irish National Opera orchestra and chorus.

Running time 2 hours 30 min including one interval.

Sung in Italian with English surtitles.

An Audio Described performance of Rigoletto will take place on Thursday 5 December at 7:30pm for blind and visually impaired patrons with a Touch Tour beforehand. To book an audio description, please get in touch with Bord Gáis Energy Theatre Groups office at groups@bgetheatre.ie or +353 (0) 1 677 7770 where further details of both services can be provided.

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A co-production with Santa Fe Opera and Opera Zuid, in association with Bord Gáis Energy Theatre.