The Makropulos Affair Janáček
–Overview
What if you could live forever?
The enigmatic diva Emilia Marty looks younger than her years. The secret of her youth, a magical elixir of life taken centuries ago. For over 300 years she has lived many lives - moving across Europe, changing her name and breaking hearts along the way - as she chases a desire to be the greatest singer of all times. But as the elixir starts to wear off will she become desperate to find the recipe for her eternal youth?
Prepare to be engrossed in one of opera’s most thrilling mysteries as The Makropulos Affair leads us on a journey to reveal the real identity of this intriguing woman. Conducted by WNO’s Music Director Tomáš Hanus, Janáček´s intensely dramatic score only adds to the mystery, leaving you wondering whether immortality can really bring happiness, or is it just a curse?
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WNO’s new productions and new commissions are supported by the John Ellerman Foundation and ABP, WNO Leading Supporter. Supported by Harry Hyman and Melanie Meads. Music Director, Tomáš Hanus, is supported by Marian and Gordon Pell. The role of Kristina is supported by Colin and Sylvia Fletcher. Supported by WNO Janáček Circle and WNO Partners.
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Approximately two hours and 20 minutes with two intervals
Sung in Czech, with surtitles in Welsh and English