Don Pasquale
Gaetano Donizetti
Libretto by Giovanni Ruffini
2012
Seattle Opera
Young Artist Program
Creative Team:
Conductor: Brian Garman
Set Designer: Donald Eastman
Costume Designer: Deborah Trout
Lighting Designer: Chris Reay
Hair & Makeup Designer: Joyce Degenfelder
Cast:
Don Pasquale: Michael Uloth
Norina: Amanda Opuszynski / Lindsay Russell
Ernesto: Andrew Stenson / Jason Slayden
Dr. Malatesta: David Krohn / Joseph Lattanzi
Carlotto: Kenny Enlow
Drawing inspiration from artworks from many centuries, the spare but elegant production brimmed with wit, charting the entrapment and downfall (and eventual salvation) of the crusty Don Pasquale as he falls prey to the machinations of Norina, Ernesto, and of course Malatesta.
Director’s Talk
Peter and Maestro Brian Garman discuss the delightful music and memorable characters of this appealing comedy that pokes fun at everyone. Watch footage of the singers in rehearsal for a glimpse of the uniquely talented artists that convinced Kazaras to proceed "full steam ahead" with a charming new production celebrating the "beauty, fun and heart" of Don Pasquale.
Photo Credit: Elise Bakketun
