

The Barber of Seville
Il Barbiere di Siviglia (2009) Royal Opera. Rossini / Italian
23-year-old Gioachino Rossini completed his masterpiece IL BARBIERE DI SIVIGLIA incredibly quickly – legend has it in just 13 days – which Rossini attributed to ‘facility and lots of instinct’. The opera, characterized by youthful energy and bold wit, has all the ingredients for comic chaos: an imprisoned young woman, her lecherous guardian and a young noble suitor. Skilfully plotting behind the scenes is Figaro, an irrepressible and inventive character in whom many have seen a resemblance to the young Rossini himself. The score fizzes with musical brilliance, from Figaro’s famous entrance aria to the frenzy of the Act I finale. This recording sees Joyce DiDonato (Rosina) bring literal meaning to the old theatrical motto Break a leg! She did just that in an earlier show but was determined to finish her commitment and was re-staged into the production to allow for the additional challenges that come when a leading lady in a lively physical role must wheel around the other performers...
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4.3/10
2 votes
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- Released
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- Language
- Italian
- opera
- opera live performance
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Release dates
United KingdomGB
- Theatrical4 Jul 2009
Frequently asked questions
- When was The Barber of Seville released?
- The Barber of Seville was released on 4 July 2009.
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- What is the rating of The Barber of Seville?
- The Barber of Seville holds a 4.3/10 audience score from 2 votes.
- Who directed The Barber of Seville?
- The Barber of Seville (2009) was directed by David Stevens.
- How long is The Barber of Seville?
- The Barber of Seville runs for 2h 30m.

















