Rossini - Matilde di Shabran

Matilde, a young orphan, falls in love with the arrogant Count d'Eaubonne, whom she has never met. Her village, suffering under his tyranny, is saved by her wit and cleverness, as she uses her intelligence to outsmart the Count and ultimately win his affection. The opera is a comic masterpiece filled with mistaken identities, witty wordplay, and Rossini's signature melodic brilliance.

This 2013 production of Rossini's 'Matilde di Shabran' was highly acclaimed for its vibrant staging and exceptional vocal performances, particularly from Jessica Pratt and Juan Diego Flórez. Critics lauded the production's comedic timing and the revival of a less frequently performed Rossini opera, solidifying its place as a delightful operatic experience.

• Praised for its effervescent vocal performances, especially by Jessica Pratt.

• Lauded for its lively and inventive stage direction by Damiano Michieletto.

• Celebrated for its successful revival of a charming but less common Rossini opera.

Google audience: Audience reception is generally positive, with many highlighting the excellent singing and the entertaining nature of the production.

This production marked a significant revival of Rossini's 'Matilde di Shabran', a bel canto opera that, despite its brilliance, is not as frequently performed as some of his other works.