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Le Comte Ory
For reasons that are by no means clear, in this production the work is set in an hotel at which the guests are invited to a soirée based on the legend of Count Ory. They dress up as the characters in a rudimentary way. The director clearly gets much fun from the disguise of the men as nuns in Act 2 when their nuns’ habits are worn over old-fashioned underwear which they take every opportunity to reveal.
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Plot Summary
This production of Rossini's opera buffa, 'Le Comte Ory,' by Christophe Honoré, reimagines the tale of a nobleman who attempts to seduce a virtuous countess. Disguised as a nun and a hermit, Ory employs various schemes to win the affections of Adèle. The opera is filled with witty duets, choruses, and intricate musical passages, culminating in a series of humorous and romantic entanglements.
Critical Reception
The 2014 production of 'Le Comte Ory' directed by Christophe Honoré, and featuring a cast led by Alice Coote, generally received positive reviews for its innovative staging and the strong vocal performances, particularly from the lead soprano. While some critics found Honoré's modern interpretations occasionally jarring, the overall consensus praised the musicality and the fresh approach to a classic opera.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its energetic and visually engaging staging.
Lauded for the superb vocal performances of the lead singers.
Noted for its unique directorial vision, though some found it divisive.
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Fun Fact
Christophe Honoré's production of 'Le Comte Ory' at the Opéra National de Lyon in 2014 marked a significant directorial departure, injecting a contemporary sensibility into the 19th-century Rossini opera.
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