Giulio Cesare

David McVicar’s production of Giulio Cesare manages to combine serious insight with entertainment, bringing Handel's masterpiece to life in a powerful, convincing and highly intelligent way. ln every line of the complex narrative the subtle nuances are apparent, reflecting perfectly the transparent and exquisite nature of Handel's musical expression. Filmed in High Definition and recorded in true surround sound, the outstanding singing of the all-star cast, led superbly by Sarah Connolly, and the vivid playing of the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment under the energising baton of William Christie reveal the colour and dramatic character of Handel’s music in a most delightful manner.

Cast

Sarah Connolly Giulio Cesare

Danielle de Niese Cleopatra Angelika Kirchschlager Sesto

Christophe Dumaux Tolomeo

Patricia Bardon Cornelia

Christopher Maltman Achilla

Rachid Ben Abdeslam Nireno

Alexander Ashworth Curio

Metadata from the source database.