Verdi’s “Otello” — Royal Opera House

: Royal Opera House, Bow Street, Covent Garden, London51.512888 -0.122369
Date:: 12th, 15th, 18th, 21st and 24th July 2012 -- 7.30 PM (12th, 18th, 24th), 7 PM (15th, 21st)
Tickets:: See roh.org.uk
Tel:: +44 (0) 207 304 4000
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Verdi's "Otello" is one of his best-loved operas, as much for Shakespeare's tragic plot as the sublime score.

It tells the tale of Otello, whose paranoia makes him think ill of Desdemona, whilst the dastardly Iago schemes to increase his misgivings. Verdi's score brilliantly heightens the drama through the use of some beautifully crafted and striking choruses, whilst some arresting ensembles colour scenes of haunting intimacy.

The Royal Opera House is one of the world’s great opera houses. The Grade I listed building seats 2,256 people and has four tiers of boxes and balconies. It is home to two of Britain’s foremost classical companies – the Royal Ballet and Royal Opera.

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