ABOUT THE OPERA

 An instant sensation at its premiere in Venice in 1709, Agrippina established the young Handel’s reputation as a theatrical genius. Its tuneful score, abundant humor, and classic Roman intrigue make for a delightful evening at the opera. The cast for Ars Lyrica’s production of this early masterpiece includes: Sofia Selowsky, Agrippina, John Holiday, Nero, Aryeh Nussbaum Cohen, Ottone, Camille Ortiz, Poppea, Timothy Jones, Claudio, Tara Faircloth, stage director, Matthew Dirst, conductor.

CAST

Sofia Selowsky, Agrippina

Timothy Jones, Claudio

Camille Ortiz, Poppea

John Holiday, Nero

Aryeh Nussbaum Cohen, Ottone

Tara Faircloth, Stage Director

Come Nube
John Holiday, countertenor

E’ in foco and Hò non sò che nel cor
Camille Ortiz, soprano

Pensieri, voi mi tormentate
Sofia Selowsky, mezzo-soprano

Otton, qual portentoso and Voi che udite
Aryeh Nussbaum Cohen, countertenor