The GRAMMY Award–winning BEMF Chamber Opera Series returns on Thanksgiving weekend!
Explore the depth and scope of Telemann’s genius with a fascinating pairing of comedy and drama. Inspired by the comic intermezzi of Pergolesi, Pimpinone approaches social class and seduction with stylish slapstick and evocative humanity as the narcissistic Pimpinone is stung by the beauty and barbs of his charming chambermaid, Vespetta. The cantata Ino is a true hidden gem with a thrilling story drawn from Ovid’s Metamorphoses. Written late in Telemann’s life, this miniature masterpiece is a bridge between the Baroque and Classical eras, full of scintillating theatrics and show-stopping virtuosity.
Musical Directors Paul O’Dette and Stephen Stubbs alongside Stage Directors Gilbert Blin and Marie-Nathalie Lacoursière lead three of BEMF’s favorite singers and the all-star BEMF Chamber Ensemble in this engaging double bill. Starring in Pimpinone will be stellar soprano Danielle Reutter-Harrah as Vespetta alongside thrilling baritone Douglas Williams in the title role, while Ino will feature celebrated soprano Amanda Forsythe. Marie-Nathalie Lacoursière will also appear as a dancer in the production. Rounding out the directorial team will be Concertmaster Robert Mealy leading the Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Dance Director Melinda Sullivan, Costume Designers Gilbert Blin & Meriem Bahri, and Executive Producer Kathleen Fay.
Virtual Tickets will be included FREE with all in-person tickets or can purchased on their own. In-Person tickets: $30, $50, $80; Virtual Tickets: $15. There will be NO ticket sales at the door.
Phone: 6176611812
Additional time info:
Pre-Concert Talk available on YouTube the week before the performance. Please note that the December 11 performance is only virtual.
2021/11/26 - 2021/12/11
NEC's Jordan Hall
30 Gainsborough Street, Boston, MA 02115