Organization

Waterperry Opera Festival

New Zealand Opera

Stage director

Rebecca Meltzer

Singer

Mezzo-soprano

Ashlyn Tymms

Fanny Price

Contralto

Kristin Darragh

Lady Bertram

Baritone

Robert Tucker

Sir Thomas Bertram

Bass

Joel Amosa

Edmund Bertram

Michaela Cadwgan

Julia Bertram

Soprano

Andrea Creighton

Aunt Norris

Joanna Foote

Mary Crawford

Tenor

Andrew Grenon

Mr. Rushworth

Taylor Wallbank

Henry Crawford

Pianist

David Kelly

Soomin Kim

Maestro concertatore

Brad Cohen

Repetiteur

Assistant Stage Director

Matthew Kereama

Sarah Mileham

Maria Bertram

English

Mansfield Park

Waimauku

New Zealand

Settlers Country Manor

Wellington

Public Trust Hall

Mansfield Park Dove

Public

Andari Anggamulia

Approved

Open the door on the hidden world of the Regency drawing room, as we dive into Jane Austen’s timeless tale of manners, marriage, and money. This unique production, staged in some of our most exquisite historic venues, promises an intimate musical experience that Austen herself would have relished.

Meet our charming heroine, Fanny, pin-sharp but poor and head over heels for her cousin Edmund. Edmund, training to become a clergyman, finds himself captivated by their new neighbour, Mary. Mary’s charismatic brother, Henry, has his sights set on none other than Fanny. But can she trust his intentions? And what about Fanny’s uncle, Sir Thomas, who insists that she must accept Henry – and his £4,000 a year?

Austen’s wit is famous, but Fanny, a character of understated grace, unveils her emotions not just through touching arias and conversations, but through the profound eloquence of silence. It’s a true embodiment of Georgian decorum, taken to the extreme. Accompanying this tale is Jonathan Dove’s elegant score, intricately composed for singers and piano in chamber setting, seamlessly weaving into the era’s atmosphere.

Join us as we step back in time to explore the delicate dance of love, ambition, and societal expectations in Austen’s world.

Mansfield Park by Dove, From (2024/2024), Directed by Rebecca Meltzer,, Public Trust Hall, Wellington, New Zealand

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