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CANCELLED The Angel Esmeralda

commissioned by Scottish Opera

— ,Silk Street Theatre
Shot of burnt out car on a bronx street corner

We are sorry to announce that tonight's performance of The Angel Esmeralda has been CANCELLED due to unforeseen circumstances.

Guildhall School presents the world premiere of a new opera commissioned by Scottish Opera, adapted from Don DeLillo’s short story with music by Lliam Paterson and libretto by Pamela Carter.

A mysterious girl witnessed clambering across the ruins of a South Bronx estate dies... or does she?

Composed by Guildhall alumnus Lliam Paterson – Former Scottish Opera Emerging Artist Composer in Residence – this new opera is based on Don DeLillo’s captivating short story, described by the New York Times as “a dazzlingly told tale of despair and ruination, the dream of redemption and the testing of faith”.

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Please note that this is an immersive opera experience, with a seating layout which offers a unique view of the action for each audience member.

This opera contains themes of death and violence which some people may find upsetting. Please contact Barbican Box Office if you would like more information.

Commissioned by Scottish Opera
Adapted from the short story by Don DeLillo

Promoted by Guildhall School of Music & Drama

The running time for this production is approx. 2 hours (including interval)

Lliam Paterson composer
Pamela Carter librettist
Dominic Wheeler conductor
Martin Lloyd-Evans director
Gregor Donnelly designer
Robbie Butler lighting designer
‘Lliam Paterson is a name to remember‘
The Telegraph

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