Turandot
Turandot by China National Opera House
Sunday 20 October 2024, 4:00 PM
Supported by the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China and the Embassy of Italy
Music: Giacomo Puccini
Libretto: Giuseppe Adami and Renato Simoni
General Producer Director: Liu Yunzhi
Producer Director: Zheng Qizhao, Yao Hong, Li Danyang
Director: Wang Huquan
Revival Director: Shi Jingfu
Conductor: Yang Yang
Turandot: Maria Tomassi
Calaf: Max Jota
Subtitles on screens in English and Thai
Drawing inspiration from Chinese history and culture, this opera, with the famous aria, Nessun Dorma, performed with a full cast of over 200 singers and musicians, starring Italian tenor Max Jota and soprano Maria Tomassi. The story of Princess Turandot and her stream of ill-fated suitors
is a redemption tale that emphasises the importance of loyalty and the power of love.
Bravery is nothing without wisdom and compassion. Love cannot exist without an open heart. This is put to the test at the imperial palace, where the princess will only give her hand to a foreign prince if he can answer three riddles. Plenty of unsuccessful suitors have gone to the guillotine, yet when a unique stranger arrives in town, he is sure he can come away with a wife.
What follows is a surprising betrayal, a battle of wills, and a shocking demonstration of love from an unlikely source. How will it end? Immerse yourself in this twisting tale to find out. The elaborate and regal costumes, jewellery and props are the epitome of eye candy, leaving audiences wanting more.
