A timeless tale told in a florid bel canto style, Rossini’s take on the Cinderella story offers an ideal propellant for a virtuosic mezzo-soprano to rocket from rags to riches. But in this retelling, the supporting characters soar just as high: Cinderella’s Prince, her stepfather, and the Prince’s valet are given memorable arias, and the composer rounds out his score with ingenious ensemble flourishes. A vivacious masterpiece, La Cenerentola brings stock fairy tale characters to dazzling life.

Cast

Cecilia Bartoli

Angelina

Ramón Vargas

Prince Ramiro

Alessandro Corbelli

Dandini

Simone Alaimo

Don Magnifico

Michele Pertusi

Alidoro

Joyce Guyer

Clorinda

Wendy White

Tisbe