Catering to theatre-goers who are looking for something new and different, Toronto-based Opera in Concert showcases a repertoire of rarely seen operatic works—without the benefit of sets, costumes, or other accoutrements.
This puts all the focus on “the singing voice in its purest form,” and offers audiences a unique way of experiencing opera, “one that unleashes the expressive power of music,” according to the OIC website.
To that end, on Nov. 25 OIC will present Rossini’s “Armida” as its season opener. Although not as popular as other operas, Rossini’s lesser known masterpiece is nonetheless a work worth discovering and one that demands high skill of its performers.
In a recent interview, OIC’s general director Guillermo Silva-Marin talked about “Armida,” the nature of the company’s productions, and the power of music to unite people.
The Epoch Times: What makes Opera in Concert’s performances unique?
Guillermo Silva-Marin: Opera in Concert is the only company in Canada that promotes and features 100 percent Canadian talent in concert format performances of rarely heard operatic repertoire.
