Overview
The story revolves around a Sicilian rebellion against the French, fueled by themes of oppression, freedom, and the personal costs of conflict. The opera explores a love triangle, a troubled father-son relationship, and culminates in a bloody uprising during a wedding celebration.
Cast
- Chris Merritt as Arrigo
- Cheryl Studer as Elena
- Giorgio Zancanaro as Guido De Monforte
- Ferruccio Furlanetto as Procida
- Enzo Capuano as Bethune
- Francesco Musinu as Vaudemont
- Riccardo Muti as Self - Conductor