An instant sensation at its premiere in Venice in 1709, Agrippina established the young Handel’s reputation as a theatrical genius. Its tuneful score, abundant humor, and classic Roman intrigue make for a delightful evening at the opera. The cast for Ars Lyrica’s production of this early masterpiece includes:
Sofia Selowsky, Agrippina
John Holiday, Nero
Aryeh Nussbaum Cohen, Ottone
Camille Ortiz-Lafont, Poppea
Timothy Jones, Claudio
Tara Faircloth, stage director