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Mopoke is very excited to present a new production of Puccini's Suor Angelica. At just over an hour long, and containing one of the most beautiful arias for soprano voice, Senza mamma, this is a great first opera for first-timers.Suor Angelica is the second opera in Puccini’s Il trittico (The Triptych); a set of three one-act operas comprising of Il tabarro, Suor Angelica and Gianni Schicchi. While Gianni Schicchi is more commonly known, it is Suor Angelica that is said to have been the composer’s favourite.
The opera offers a glimpse into the everyday life of a convent. It follows the story of Sister Angelica, forced into the convent seven years ago after bringing shame to her family. Finally she receives a visitor, Sister Angelica’s Aunt, the princess, who comes with surprising and tragic news.
Written for an ensemble cast of women, Suor Angelica is a beautiful telling of the friendship between the Sisters of the Convent, and of Sister Angelica’s emotional journey through tragic loss to redemption. With its soaring melodies, Suor Angelica demonstrates how music can stir our deepest emotions. Director and Mopoke founder, Nicholas Cannon, is excited to use Clayton Wesley Uniting Church as the setting for this production; “Suor Angelica is a beautiful and powerful opera and fits perfectly in the Church setting at the Clayton Wesley Uniting Church."
Director: Nicholas Cannon
Music Director: Penelope Cashman
Assistant Music Director: Sachiko Hidaka
Suor Angelica: Fiona McArdle
La Zia Principessa: Meran Bow
La Badessa: Barbara Heidrich
La Maestra delle Novizie: Darcie Yelland
La Zelatrice: Katelyn Crawford
Suor Genovieffe: Ruby Washington
La Sorella Infermiera: Gianna Guttilla
Suor Dolcina: Amelia Price
La Conversa / Sorella Cercatrice: Emma Kavanagh
La Conversa / Una Novizia: Cherie Surman
Sorella Cercatrice: Sophie Mouskovias
Suor Osmina: Riana Chakravarti
Suor Lucilla: Alex Fowler
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Suor Angelica explores themes of suicidal ideation and the loss of a child. If you have been affected by the themes of suicidal ideation or the loss of a child, there is support available.
Red Nose Grief and Loss supports individuals and families who have experienced the sudden and unexpected death of an infant or young child. You contact Red Nose Grief and Loss via their 24/7 support line on 1300 308 307.
Lifeline provides personal suicide and crisis support to all Australians. You can call Lifeline to discuss all types of personal difficulties, including thoughts of suicide, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 13 11 14.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Clayton Wesley Uniting Church, 280 Portrush Road,Adelaide,SA,Australia
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