Death of Gesualdo
Death of Gesualdo
Outstanding vocal ensemble The Gesualdo Six explore the chilling life story and sublime music of the enigmatic composer Carlo Gesualdo in this acclaimed multi-media concert experience from Bill Barclay and Concert Theatre Works.
What do we do with the art of monstrous people? The 16th-century composer Carlo Gesualdo is infamous for murdering his wife and her lover, while also being remembered for his dissonant, innovative and beautiful musical language.
A fascinating but chilling portrait of the composer, with The Gesualdo Six joined by six actors who illustrate the music through Renaissance iconography, puppetry and sinister tableaux. Death of Gesualdo contrasts beauty and monstrosity in a completely unique experience.
The Gesualdo Six:
Guy James countertenor
Alasdair Austin countertenor
Joseph Wicks tenor
Josh Cooter tenor
Simon Grant baritone
Owain Park director, bass
Concert Theatre Works:
Doria Bramante actor
Imogen Frances actor
Taraash Mehrotra actor
David Tarkenter actor
Markus Weinfurter actor
Siân Williams actor
Bill Barclay director, creator
Owain Park music director
Will Tuckett choreographer
Janni Younge puppet designer
Arthur Oliver costume designer