Messiah

Positioned between opera and theatre, this powerfully accessible interpretation of Handel’s seminal work explores the drama and struggle of faith, showing a bereaved community whose grief at the loss of their leader is transformed into hope through a narrative of resurrection. Inspired by early performances of the work, which were staged in theatres and concert halls rather than churches, including its first performance at Bristol Old Vic in 1782, it is a rare treat for connoisseurs and enthusiasts alike.

Country:

United Kingdom

Genre:
Duration:

120 minutes

Year:

2018

Director:

Nick Wickham

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Company:

Bristol Old Vic,

The Space,

BBC

Cast:
Joshua Ellicott

Soloist

Brindley Sherratt

Soloist

Catherine Wyn-Rogers

Soloist

Henry Ashbee

Soloist

Jamie Beddard

The Beloved

Crew:
Tom Morris

Stage Director

Robert Casey

Lighting Design

Anna Orton

Set Designer

Tom Morris

Idea

Georg Friedrich Händel

Music