Opera North: Rigoletto

Rigoletto exists on the margins of a world owned by the privileged few – and is despised by them for his difference. Twisted inside by the life he has been forced to lead, the only thing he lives for is his daughter, Gilda, of whom he is obsessively protective. When a combination of bitterness and bravura gets the better of him, the consequences for his most precious possession are fatal. This bold, award-winning production by leading UK theatre artist Femi Elufowoju Jr is opera at its most gripping: a thrilling tale of power, love and revenge that includes one of opera’s most famous aria, ‘La donna è mobile’. A Lowry Partner Company Reviews ★★★★★ “a bold, innovative and purposeful re-imagining” - The Telegraph ★★★★ “This new take on Rigoletto really works… chillingly excellent…” - The Guardian ★★★★★ “a landmark production… spectacular…” - Bachtrack Running time Approximately 2 hours 40 minutes Language Sung in Italian with English subtitles Age guidance and content warning Parental Guidance, contains some adult themes including violence against women, abduction and murder. Act III includes flashing lights.