This weekend, Opera Lyra offers a musical theatre event for the whole family: An abridged version of Giaochino Rossini’s Cinderella, adapted by Ann Hodges, running at about an hour long.
Cinderella works as a drudge in the home of her step-father and two step-sisters. Her beautiful song about a king who finds his wife among the common people foretells the future; although she does not know it. After confusion and complications at the ball, Cinderella’s goodness triumphs and she is rewarded.
Our version differs slightly from the story we all know and love, but it is sure to captivate all - young and old!
Cinderella runs for five shows: November 3rd at 3:30pm, November 4th at 1:00 pm and 3:30 pm, and November 9th at 7:00 pm. All performances are at Arts Court Theatre at 2 Daly Avenue. Tickets can be purchased through the City of Ottawa box office by phone at 613-580-2700 or online through the Opera Lyra website. Tickets are $25 for adults, $15 for children 18 years and under and $60 for a family (2 adults/2 kids).
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Preview article prepared by: Reena Belford, with information and poster from the Opera Lyra website.
