{"id":264631,"date":"2025-07-09T12:42:45","date_gmt":"2025-07-09T10:42:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/hermanustimes\/?p=264631"},"modified":"2025-07-09T13:03:41","modified_gmt":"2025-07-09T11:03:41","slug":"cape-town-operas-barber-of-seville-comes-to-theatre-on-the-bay-this-august","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/hermanustimes\/cape-town-operas-barber-of-seville-comes-to-theatre-on-the-bay-this-august\/","title":{"rendered":"Cape Town Opera\u2019s Barber of Seville Comes to Theatre on the Bay this August"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Cape Town Opera (CTO) will bring Rossini\u2019s comic masterpiece \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.eno.org\/operas\/the-barber-of-seville\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Barber of Seville<\/a>\u201d to the intimate <a href=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/joseph-and-the-amazing-technicolor-dreamcoat-set-to-dazzle-cape-town-and-johannesburg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Theatre on the Bay<\/a> in Camps Bay from 5-17 August. This vibrant new production marks the opera directorial debut of acclaimed theatre-maker Sylvaine Strike, known for her work on \u201cThe Tempest,\u201d \u201cSpring Awakening,\u201d and \u201cThe Promise.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a-fresh-take-on-a-classic-opera\">A fresh take on a classic Opera<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Strike, renowned for her physically expressive storytelling and background in commedia dell\u2019arte, promises to deliver a production rich in charm and vivid characterization. Her direction emphasizes comedy through expressive gesture and physical humor, allowing Rossini\u2019s sparkling score to shine through a visually dynamic, character-driven approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cIf you\u2019ve never watched opera, you should try this production,\u201d says Strike. \u201cIt\u2019s delightfully funny, filled with physical humor, love, intrigue and plot twists.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-star-studded-cast-features-local-and-international-talent\">Star-studded cast features local and international talent<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The multi-award-winning cast features:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>William Berger<\/strong> and <strong>Thando Zwane<\/strong> sharing the role of the irrepressible Figaro<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Innocent Masuku<\/strong> (who recently placed fourth in Britain\u2019s Got Talent) and <strong>Dumisa Masoka<\/strong> as Count Almaviva<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vienna-based <strong>Megan Kahts<\/strong> and CTO House Soloist <strong>Brittany Smith<\/strong> as the crafty Rosina<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Supporting cast includes Lonwabo Mose and Conroy Scott as Bartolo, Monde Masimini as Don Basilio, Garth Delport as Fiorello, Luvo Rasemeni as Ambrogio, and Lusibalwethu Sesanti as Berta, alongside a male voice ensemble from the Cape Town Opera Chorus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" data-attachment-id=\"264633\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/hermanustimes\/cape-town-operas-barber-of-seville-comes-to-theatre-on-the-bay-this-august\/image001-1\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/hermanustimes\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image001-1.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1280,853\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"image001\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/hermanustimes\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image001-1-1024x682.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/hermanustimes\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image001-1-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Cape Town Opera (CTO) will bring Rossini\u2019s comic masterpiece \u201cThe Barber of Seville\u201d to the intimate Theatre on the Bay in Camps Bay from 5-17 August. \" class=\"wp-image-264633\" srcset=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/hermanustimes\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image001-1-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/hermanustimes\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image001-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/hermanustimes\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image001-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/hermanustimes\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image001-1.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The much loved opera, The Barber of Seville, features both local and international talent. Here from left are Brittany Smith as Rosina, Lonwabo Mose as Bartolo, Dumisa Masoka as Count Almaviva, and William Berger as the Barber. PHOTO: Mark Dobson<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-grand-opera-in-bonsai-form\">Grand opera in bonsai form<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The production, musically directed and accompanied on piano by CTO Head Vocal Coach Jan Hugo, will showcase the expressive range and vocal virtuosity of bel canto singing in the intimate Theatre on the Bay setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Strike describes the production as \u201cgrand opera in bonsai form,\u201d noting that the venue\u2019s smaller scale becomes a creative advantage by giving audiences an up-close and emotionally resonant experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-visual-aesthetic-blends-period-and-contemporary-influences\">Visual aesthetic blends period and contemporary influences<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With elegant, period-inflected costumes by Allegra Bernacchioni and a visual aesthetic inspired by classics like \u201cLes Enfants du Paradis\u201d and the popular series \u201cBridgerton,\u201d this production of \u201cThe Barber of Seville\u201d aims to enchant romantics, comedy-lovers, and opera newcomers alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Composed in 1816, Rossini\u2019s masterpiece remains one of the most enduring works of Italian opera buffa, known for its witty recitatives and unforgettable melodies that continue to delight audiences worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-event-details\">Event Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>What:<\/strong> Cape Town Opera presents \u201cThe Barber of Seville\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>When:<\/strong> August 5-17, 2025<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Where:<\/strong> Theatre on the Bay, Camps Bay, Cape Town<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tickets:<\/strong> Available via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Webtickets<\/a> or the Theatre on the Bay box office (021 438 3300)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information about Cape Town Opera and upcoming 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