This summer, Pop-Up Opera return with a rarely-seen opera from the late eighteenth century, Cimarosa’s Il Matrimonio Segreto.
Il Matrimonio Segreto tells the tale of a rich Italian businessman as he attempts to marry off one of his daughters to a mad English toff with disastrous results. Packed with tunes and matrimonial mayhem, this exciting story about following your heart makes for a perfect summer opera filled with Pop-up Opera’s special humour, sparkle and fun.
The opera’s premiere in Vienna was the occasion of the longest encore in operatic history; Leopold II was so delighted that he ordered supper served to the company and the entire opera repeated immediately after!
Commenting on this rarely performed production, director Max Hoehn says, Il Matrimonio Segreto is a wonderful explosion of anarchy with ensembles that fizz and an array of larger-than-life, eccentric characters. Cimarosa’s music will be unknown to the vast majority of UK audiences and Pop-Up Opera's rough-and-tumble touring approach makes for a lively marriage.
Artistic Director, Clementine Lovell, comments, We love the idea of bringing to life an opera which is rarely performed, and making it our own. We are excited to be working with Max Hoehn, who was recently named Best Young Director at the International Opera Awards, and whose staging has been described as ‘brilliantly alive’. He’s a perfect choice in our mission to keep making opera relevant and highly entertaining for a modern audience.
With their signature ‘Silent Movie’ captions that add another layer to the performance, Pop-Up Opera skilfully adapt their operas to each individual venue, making every performance unique, while always maintaining the highest standards. The combination of amazing venues, along with an informal atmosphere and engaging productions, offers a greater connection to the singers and the music, something even seasoned opera-goers often miss.
VenueThe Corn Barn
AddressSutton Barton, Cullompton, Devon, Devon,
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Hayne Barton Cottage
Set in Cullompton, this holiday home is situated 46 km from Torquay. The property is 20 km from Exeter and features views of the city. The kitchen is fitted with an oven and a toaster and there is a private bathroom.
Muddifords Court Country House
Muddifords Court Country House is located in the Culm Valley, 1.5 miles from the village of Halberton. This charming, Georgian property offers 14 acres of grounds and stylish rooms.
Weir Mill Farm
Weir Mill Farm is set in a village of Willand, 3 miles from Cullompton as well as from M5 J27 and J 28. Free private parking is available on site. All rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV.
Goodiford Mill
Goodiford Mill offers accommodation in Kentisbeare. The accommodation features a hot tub. Torquay is 46 km away.
Highdown Farm Holiday Cottages
With stunning views overlooking the Culm Valley, Highdown Farm Holiday Cottages are located in a dairy farm 1 mile from Cullompton. Free WiFi access is available in this holiday home..
Rosemary Cottage
Rosemary Cottage offers pet-friendly accommodation in Sampford Peverell. It provides free private parking. Exeter is 25 km from Rosemary Cottage, while Taunton is 22 km from the property.
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