Barber of Seville

June 29 at 8:00 PM
June 30 at 8:00 PM
July 1st at 2:00 PM
Lila Cockrell Theatre San Antonio


Gioacchino Rossini's much beloved opera The Barber of Seville (Il barbiere di Siviglia) is considered the most popular opera buffa (comic opera) of all-time. The story follows a traditional Commedia dell`arte structure, with many characters seemingly based on famous stock characters. The plot involves a Spanish count, called simply The Count although "Almaviva" appears as an additional name who has fallen in love at first sight with a girl called Rosina. To ensure that she really loves him and not just his money, the Count disguises himself as a poor college student named Lindoro, and attempts to woo her. His plans are foiled by Rosina's guardian Doctor Bartolo, who keeps her locked up in his house and intends to marry her himself. The Count's luck changes, however, after a chance reunion with an ex-servant of his, Figaro, who is currently working as a barber and therefore has access to the Doctor's home. After being promised money, and afraid the Count will seek revenge on him if he refuses, Figaro devises a variety of ways for the Count and Rosina to meet and talk, first as Lindoro, then as Alonzo, a fellow student of the same music master, Bazilio. The story culminates in the marriage of the Count and Rosina.

Cast
Count Almaviva: Rene Barbera
Figaro: Jeremy Kelly
Rosina: Jennifer Rivera
Doctor Bartolo: Steven Condy
Basilio: Ashraf Sewailam

To purchase tickets call 210-225-5972 or visit the San Antonio Opera box office at 909 NE Loop 410 suite 636, San Antonio 78209. Tickets also available at ticketmaster.com

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