Hamlet Presented by the Washington National Opera at Kennedy Center
The Kennedy Center - Opera House (2700 F Street, NW Washington, DC 20566)
- Full Price:
- $75.00 - $180.00
- Our Price:
- $37.50 - $90.00*
* Additional fees apply.
All offers for Hamlet have expired.
The last date listed for Hamlet was Friday June 4, 2010 / 7:30pm.
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Dorothy Levy on What to Wear
It's the Opera....dress up a little
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Park at Watergate - they are cheaper and easier to get to
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Ignore the directions the Kennedy Center gives - terrible!
10 Goldstar Member Reviews
Leslie B.
Wonderful evening. Spectacular set design and sumptuous costumes made the opera a visual treat. Agree with other reviewers that Samuel Ramey's voice was not great - warbly and gravelly. The lead baritone Liam Bonner was wonderful and had great stage presence, as did the two female leads. Had good seat in center orchestra - bring opera glasses to see the detail on costumes. You may not recognize any of the music as it's an unusual opera rarely performed, but this production is worth seeing.Written on Jun 02 2010
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A very interesting production with a very effective set. Good singing all around except for the sadly over-the-hill Samuel Ramey. For us the best singing was from the lovely Elizabeth Futral as Ophelia.Written on Jun 02 2010
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Dorothy Levy
Riveting performance. Elizabeth Futral as Ophelia was outstanding.....spectacular sets and lighting----what's not to like?!Written on May 28 2010
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Angela
The seats weren't that bad at all. I was a little apprehensive when I found out that it wouldn't be "traditional" Hamlet, but they pulled it off very well! I can't say that the entire cast had amazing voices....because they didn't. But on the whole, it was an enjoyable show.Written on Jun 11 2010
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More Information About Hamlet
Website
http://www.dc-opera.org/performances/0910/hamlet.asp
Description
Composed by Ambroise Thomas
Libretto by Michele Carré and
Jules Barbier
Company Premiere
Production from Lyric Opera of Kansas City
Sung in French with English supertitles
Ambroise Thomas' musically and dramatically virtuosic adaptation of the classic story follows Hamlet in his pursuit to avenge his father's murder. Known for Ophelia's hauntingly beautiful mad scene, "À vos jeux, mes amis," this dazzling production by Thaddeus Strassberger brings Shakespeare's famous play to life. The opera is conducted by WNO's General Director Plácido Domingo and Patrick Fournillier.
The running time for this production is approximately three hours and five minutes including one 20-minute intermission.
About the Ticket Supplier: Washington National Opera
As the resident opera company of the Kennedy Center, Washington National Opera (WNO) draws on a rich history to offer high-quality grand opera featuring internationally acclaimed artists. Additionally, WNO serves as a vital resource throughout the Washington metro area, bringing opera to a broad public through its award-winning education and community programs.