By Dan Walsh
Rosetta Cucchi, Artistic Director, will officially open the 74th Wexford Festival Opera at 7.15pm on Friday in a ceremony on Wexford Quay.
A fireworks display will follow the official ceremony, and 16 days of opera will highlight events in Wexford town.
Speaking to WexfordLocal.com, Rosetta said; “This year we invite you to explore the captivating realm of Myths & Legends across 16 days or rare opera, thrilling performances, and exciting discoveries.
She added; “Whether you’re new to opera or a seasonal fan, immerse yourself in a world of music, culture, coastal beauty, and the legendary warmth of a Wexford welcome.”
Rosetta Cucchi is an internationally renowned pianist and director, has had a regular presence at the festival for the past 30 years as Assistant to the Artistic Director, first under Luigi Ferrari and later under David Agler. In 2020 the festival appointed Rosetta Cucchi as Artistic Director.
The opening production will be Le Trouvère by Verdi and will open at the National Opera House on Friday evening at 8 pm.
WexfordLocal.com will be reporting on many of the fringe events during the opera festival.
For information and to book tickets visit WEXFORDOPERA.COM, phone 353 53 912 2144 or contact by email the boxoffice@wexfordopera.com.
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