Sir Thomas Allen directs Mozart The Marriage of Figaro

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Esteemed baritone and RCM alumnus Sir Thomas Allen directs a rousing performance of Mozart's much-loved comic opera, produced by the RCM Opera Studio.
Composed in 1786, Mozart's classic opera has all the ingredients of a modern rom com: love, revenge and deception. Watch courtship turn to chaos for two servants, Figaro and Susanna, as their plans to wed are thwarted by the lecherous Count Almaviva. Lose yourself in Mozart's timeless melodies and witty libretto as the talented cast lead us through a myriad of mistaken identities, mishaps and misunderstandings.
Will our hero finally get his bride, or will the marriage of Figaro ultimately descend into mayhem?
The performance is sung in Italian.
Count Almaviva: Harry Thatcher
Countess Rosina Almaviva: Josephine Goddard
Susanna: Julieth Lozano
Figaro: Adam Maxey
Cherubino: Lauren Joyanne Morris
Marcellina: Katy Thomson
Bartolo: Timothy Edlin
Basilio: Joel Williams
Don Curzio: Samuel Jenkins
Barbarina: Poppy Shotts
Antonio: Conall O’Neill
Housemaid 1: Camilla Harris
Housemaid 2 : Jessica Cale
Wet Nurse: Annabel Kennedy
Head Housekeeper: Rebecca Leggett
Kitchen Maids: Alice Ruxandra Bell & Olivia Turner
Laundry Maid: Samantha Gaspe
Dairy Maid: Rebekah Jones
Gardeners: Dafydd Allen, Peter Edge, Conall O’Neill &Humphrey Thompson
Footmen: Peter Dunn & Matthew Keighley
Head Footman: Xavier Hetherington
Stable Boys: Michael Bell & Adam West
RCM Opera Orchestra
Conductor: Michael Rosewell
Director: Sir Thomas Allen
Set Designer: Lottie Higlett
Lighting Designer: Rory Beaton
Act I: 00:00:00
Act II: 00:47:26
Act III: 01:36:57
Act IV: 02:19:38
Recorded in November 2018 in the Britten Theatre at the Royal College of Music in London.
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[@mikemorris7247]

I wish Mozart had had the satisfaction of knowing many regard him as the greatest composer of all time - that we’re still enjoying his music hundreds of years later.

[@irmaakesson3421]

If someone would have told my 12 year-old self I would watch a three hours long opera ... I wouldn’t believe them. But here I am

[@lindsaydenman1835]

I saw Der Rosenkavalier for the first time-clocking in at over four hours, and when my friend asked how I could sit through something that long I told him I wish it had been ten hours. I would have been perfectly happy

[@welshdynasty6640]

Same. Except it's a lot better than I was expecting, if I'm being honest. Mozart knows his stuff. (and so does his ex-brothel-living-priest ghost writer)

[@MrYorickJenkins]

Unlike many productions, it was not only a pleasure to listen to, but also a pleasure to watch.

[@bemolartaria]

these talented young people show that the future of the opera is assured. congratulations and thanks to Thomas Allen for believing in them.

[@Alessandro90933]

That finale in the second act always takes my breath away... what a magnificent work of genius.

[@yedidyasinclair7302]

The dramatic silences before the Count's asking fo,r and the Countess granting forgiveness are breathtaking

[@johnnytheslider]

I was lucky enough to be at the dress rehearsal of the other cast for this production. I've seen probably 50 productions of Figaro over the last 35 years and I am pretty sure this is my favourite. Sir Thomas understands the piece inside out from playing the Count so many times. Thanks for making it available

[@andygore9313]

This should have 40 billion views!

[@joeblue6325]

Sounds like a full pro classical performance from 100 years ago. They've all already got superb singing talents at their young ages. End of act II ALWAYS rouses me!

[@TimothyCHenderson]

The act II finale is one of the greatest accomplishments in the history of music and story telling.

[@cos2mer2]

me too..without a doubt, one of the best operatic scenes of all time!!!!

[@Bailey2006a]

Beautiful performance. RIP, Maria Ewing… one of the best Cherubino’s of all time. This cast did her memory proud .

[@DavidRoodman]

This is gorgeous in every way theater possibly can be!

[@philippeboisson2048]

Les opéras de Mozart sont un miracle de la musique Tout au long de ma vie , je n’ai cessé de les admirer .

[@fabiodiaskarkoski6418]

That cherubino, man.... ON POINT

[@Diego-ht8rg]

2:13:05 the stunning moment....and 2:48:40...thank you Mozart!! The father of music!! Great performance!!

[@bemolartaria]

Congratulations on this beautiful performance! orchestra, conductor, singers, scenarios, design conception. I can consider myself very lucky to be able to watch this video. thank you very much, and greetings from Brazil!

[@spoffspoffington]

Best direction of Figaro I've ever seen (which is a lot), leading to great acting, in time with and adding to the music - I hadn't appreciated before how painful sull'aria must be for the countess.

[@classicaldame4372]

This is a wonderful production and performance. It's energetic and lively as it should be. The singers are spot on. Thank you so much RCM! 💎💎

[@dorothydanso9820]

I am just thrilled at the perfect beauty of this presentation on every facet - Music, stage design, acting....It's like watching a movie! Actors should be the best directors I have always maintained!

[@AllBikesGreatAndSmall]

Powerful beyond words. I love this because despite humanities many faults, it shows just what beauty we are capable of.

[@user-fb8xy9zs1t]

Thanky you so much for sharing this opera with subtitles, it was really excellent Im so impressed❤

[@kurthippauf9632]

so beautifully perfect in so many ways; where dos one begin? It restores my hope for humanity

[@joeblue6325]

Even the encore routine is fabulously performed in an act itself. First class performance!

[@onkelmarvin8360]

Mozart...........the greatest artist that ever lived....................he even has the word " Art " in his name..............coincidence.......I think not !!!!!!

[@katherinewilson1853]

wow. I absolutely LOVE this production!!! They deserve thunderous applause!

[@alvarogarciabarbosa3199]

Enormous congrats to all the singers. Performance is simply outstanding. Thanks a lot for singing Mozart's most beautiful (and funny) opera which I adore on spite of famous Don Giovanni, El rapto en el serrallo or Cossi fan tutte.

[@tonylamberti9623]

LOVE YOUR PRODUCTION GREAT CAST I LOVE THE ORCHESTRA AND SINGERS ..BRAVO TO ALL

[@julianallen6849]

This is better than the top flight - much more charm. There is simplicity and poise. It is quite literally exquisite.

[@EatmeReadme]

Watching this is my best gift on Christmas 2021! Thanks for uploading!

[@cos2mer2]

Cherubino is a knock out star here!!!!!!!

[@dmitrishostakovich9559]

ikr, she adds so much to the character

[@rnnyhoff]

Outstanding on all levels of artistic performance ... BRAVO! ... Mozart and talented singers and instrumentalists led by a great conductor, all the elements firing off in unison in a thrilling performance.

[@aspasiagravanis1724]

Thank you for sharing it is magnificent I loved 🥰 everybody was fabulous congratulations thank you for I enjoy very much! Bravo 👏 too all the STARS ⭐️. Ευχαριστούμε !

[@christinec.6685]

What a production!

[@drstanley67]

Perfect pace of the overture.

[@user-fi8em3zt7e]

no more words needed.. this one is the best Figaro.

[@michaelscott2940]

This really is a treasure. Bravo

[@binodsingh4929]

What a production 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻💐👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻💐💐💐💐👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@aaronrogers7818]

Absolute perfection! Enjoyed every second!

[@BVforFreedom]

Bravo to everyone in this production, esp. to Thomas Allen!!! Great directing and such a delight to watch this production!!! Mozart would be proud of this indeed!!!

[@marshie1337]

absolutely beautiful! magnificent performances!

[@miguelgarciaaudelo4266]

Wonderful!!!!!!Greetings from Mexico!

[@barnedooliver]

Beautiful and compelling production! Congratulations!

[@binodsingh4929]

A big thanks to everyone for Thier comments 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@dannyvegasman]

What a treat this is. Many congratulations.

[@user-fb8xy9zs1t]

Thank you very much for sharing eith subtitles ❤

[@alexandriatrenier7366]

Came for the historical fashion, stayed for the talented singers

[@WeneedpeaceNlovefromJC777]

I know Mozart is genius but I don’t know that he is really really genius.😄this music blow my mind how he can wrote that music on his mind like that .

[@terivasvari2574]

Ebchanting! Such young talents! Thanks Teri from Hungary

[@andeanphoto]

Enjoyed it very much. Thank you.

[@michaelrosewell4950]

Thank you!

[@alastairkerr6081]

Wonderful Performance love it !!

[@craigcorson3036]

I've always wondered how performers are able to get through their performance without completely breaking down at the sheer beauty of the work.

[@Nemnonov]

Thanks a lot!

[@karl-heinzkeilholz9472]

Einfach genial, dieser Komponist mit seiner unverwechselbaren Leichtigkeit + Lebensfreude... kh keilholz berlin

[@moonlace1560]

gorgeous production

[@kimnamjoonfan5388]

I need this for our school

[@menplayballs]

Beautiful!

[@MrsGreenCrocs]

so good!!!

[@tww2002]

Wonderful. Well done.

[@faraimhute7834]

Bravo Bravo 🙌🏿

[@scoottoujourspret743]

Only few version make me cry at thé end. It's thé case for this one

[@joaocorbett8356]

Fantastic!

[@SquallEstel]

That’s a lovely production, very classical but that’s all for the best, classical productions are so rare nowadays !

[@GerardJulienFredericBELLANGER]

Très bonne interprétation. Le chérubin est très crédible avec son coté hesitant et emprunté. Merveilleux.

[@tenebris323]

the 4th... it was astounding.

[@nolan2070]

The aria Dove Sono is one of my all time favorites at 1:50: 50

[@labrador4660]

It was magnificent 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@user-yd8dr5ty4t]

Изумительно!!!Брависсимо!!!

[@bryantcox3125]

Wow this is awesome

[@manco828]

"The restored third act was bold, brilliant. The fourth was astounding. l saw a woman disguised in her maid's clothes, hear her husband speak the first tender words he'd offered her in years, simply because he thinks she is someone else. l heard the music of true forgiveness filling the theatre, conferring on all who sat there perfect absolution. God was singing through this little man, to all the world, unstoppable".

[@jazzerrocker]

Bravo!

[@schakal1721]

wunderbar~~~

[@ilinasingh3840]

Bravo 👏👏👏👏👏👏💐👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@philippeboisson2048]

Excellente representation

[@malcolmdale9607]

I must have heard the overture at least 100 times, but I've never heard it played this fast.

[@sabachavchavadze4035]

It was a great!

[@germanobregon9080]

Buenos alumnos

[@MisterShifterYT]

Grande Performance!

[@EVALUA777]

Оркестр отлично с играл 👏🏻

[@sowannanew]

super~~~~

[@ENIGMAXII2112]

Nicey Lovely...

[@elliot5997]

i would love to do this lol

[@flydog58]

In the movie Amadeus, Salieri said Mozart’s music was the “Voice of God”. Voices that perform his genius enjoy a gift from God.

[@user-pi2tl8iu6z]

참 좋습니다!

[@user-uj7jq1vj8t]

wonerful^!

[@smfmusic539]

👏

[@UnientityYoutube]

Just imagine what Mozart would be like in today’s world. He would have most likely been a heavy metalist. lol.

[@MidwestSecret]

BRAVA

[@binodsingh4929]

It was mangficent

[@nemonoscit9766]

Bravi ! Quali sono i loro nomi ?

[@RCMLondon]

Hello Nemo, many thanks for your comment! The list of performers in this production can be found in the KZbin description, below the video. Best wishes

[@shard7572]

Imagine directing someone's wedding

[@minalouisyassa]

That overture though.

[@katherinewilson1853]

yes!!!!

[@yagiiz14]

Bravo!