• By Andrew Foan

A Triumphant Così fan tutte: Da Ponte Opera Festival's September Success

The Da Ponte Opera Festival in Vittorio Veneto concluded its 2024 season with a production of Mozart's Così fan tutte.

Connecting Cultures Through Music
This production also exemplified the vital role the Da Ponte Opera Festival plays in fostering cultural exchange between the UK and Italy. Musicalink's partnership with the festival creates a space for collaboration and understanding between artists from both nations, enriching the operatic experience for everyone involved.

A Look Behind the Curtain
For those who want to delve deeper into the production, we invite you to watch the trailer here:

To gain further insights, you can also watch interviews with our talented cast and dedicated creative team here:

Cast:
Fiordiligi: Charlotte Jane Kennedy
Dorabella: Leila Zanette
Guglielmo: Tim Bagley
Ferrando: Thomas Aminfar Antoniw
Don Alfonso: Brendan Collins
Despina: Elena Garrido Madrona

Covers/chorus:
Fiordiligi: Miriam Miskova
Dorabella: Louisa Stuart-Smith
Guglielmo: Jacob Dyskerhouse
Ferrando: Simon Mascarenhas-Carter
Don Alfonso: Sam Strongman
Despina: Tilly Goodwin

A Fantastic Opportunity
The festival also provided a platform for our exceptional cover artists. They performed a dedicated run of the show in the theatre, offering a unique opportunity for them to experience the complete roles.

A Press Conference
The festival's success was further highlighted by a press conference featuring Vittorio Veneto’s Minister of Culture, Enrico Padoan. Minister Padoan praised the Da Ponte Opera Festival for its contribution to the cultural landscape of Italy and expressed his support for the arts and opera in particular. His presence added a significant boost to the festival's profile and helped to solidify its reputation as a leading cultural institution.

You can view highlights from the press conference here:

A Heartfelt Thank You
As the curtain closes on this remarkable production, we at the Da Ponte Opera Festival extend our sincere gratitude to our patrons, whose continued support makes these performances possible. These include the British Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Comune di Vittorio Veneto.

Supporting the Arts
We would also like to express our deep appreciation to our generous sponsors: Bianca Prealpi, Vocalzone, and Grotte di Caglieron. Their support is crucial in enabling us to stage productions contribute to the vibrant cultural landscape of Italy. We look forward to welcoming you to the Da Ponte Opera Festival again next season.