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The Count is seeking the favours of Susanna who is to be wed to her love, Figaro, the Count's valet. When the Count detects the interest of the young page, Cherubino, in the Countess, he tries to get rid of Cherubino by giving him an officer's commission in his own regiment.
Figaro, Susanna, and the Countess conspire to embarass the Counrt and expose his infidelity. Meanwhile, Figaro is caught up in a dispute with Bartolo and Marcellina, which end when he is revealed to be their son.
At night, all find themselves in the palace grounds, where a comic series of mistaken identities results in the Count's humilation and then forgiveness by the Countess.
Mozart's miraculous The Marriage of Figaro has been justly described as a near perfect opera, a brilliant blending of words and music. Neil Armfield sensual and spirited award winning production of one of opera's greatest classics is beautifully realised in a comedy of manners, love, politics and class.
State Opera South Australia
THE MARRIAGE FIGARO
Festival Theatre
30 August, 2, 4 & 6 September 7:30
www.bass.net.au
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