Rusalka (Dvořák), 2019
Inspired by The Little Mermaid, Rusalka offers a poignant reimagining of the classic fairy tale.
The cast includes Sally Matthews (Rusalka), Evan LeRoy Johnson (Prince) and Patricia Bardon (Ježibaba) with conductor Robin Ticciati and the London Philharmonic Orchestra.
Extra content - Rusalka: explore with Alexandra
Opera Specialist Alexandra Coghlan talks to historian Marina Warner and cultural historian Gavin Plumley to dive into the musical waters of Dvořák's fairytale opera.
Rusalka was the Opera of the Month for May 2022.
Subscribers can watch Dvořák's Rusalka online now.
Photo: Tristram Kenton
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Rusalka - full opera
What would you sacrifice for love?
Water-nymph Rusalka is in love with a handsome Prince who comes each day to bathe in her forest pool. But if she wants to win him she must risk everything, giving up not only her immortality but also her voice.
Inspired by The Little Mermaid, Rusalka offers a ...
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Rusalka: explore with Alexandra
Opera Specialist Alexandra Coghlan talks to historian Marina Warner and cultural historian Gavin Plumley to dive into the musical waters of Dvořák's fairytale opera.
