Rigoletto by Giuseppe Verdi

7.30pm Tuesday - One Night Only!

Rigoletto is one of opera’s most gripping and emotionally charged masterpieces. Set in a world of power, cruelty, and hidden tenderness, Verdi’s score lays bare the cost of corruption and the devastating consequences of love twisted by fear and control.

At the heart of the drama is Rigoletto, a court jester whose sharp wit masks a desperate attempt to protect his daughter, Gilda, from the brutal world he serves. When mockery turns to vengeance and innocence collides with exploitation, events spiral toward a tragic and unforgettable conclusion.

Performed in English, our production brings this dark, intimate story into sharp focus, placing human relationships at the centre of the drama. With soaring melodies, searing ensembles, and moments of heartbreaking vulnerability, Rigoletto remains as urgent and unsettling today as ever.

Prepare for an evening of passion, beauty, and tragedy — opera at its most powerful.

This performance is presented with piano accompaniment, ideally suited to the theatre’s intimate scale. Stripped of orchestral grandeur, Verdi’s writing gains immediacy and clarity, allowing the text, character relationships, and emotional truth of the drama to come sharply into focus. 

About the Company
Founded in 2010, Tessitoura exists to share the joy and excitement of opera. Renowned for their distinctive and intimate approach, the company creates performances that dissolve the distance between audience and performers. Whether accompanied by chamber forces or piano, Tessitoura’s productions prioritise a sense of shared experience, making opera immediate and accessible.

All tickets include a £1 admin charge

Approx running time 2 hours 15 mins (incl. 15 min interval)

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The Alma Theatre has been serving the community for 25 years and has never been the recipient of ACE or other funding and were unable to secure the Covid Arts Recovery Fund. We have been offering reduced rates, preferential box office splits and extended promo support to aid the recovery from the past year and a half. Your help will enable us to continue bringing fantastic stories to your local theatre. 50% of your donation will go to the Alma Theatre, and 50% to our inhouse company, Schoolhouse Productions.

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