Sunday, March 16 at 1:00 pm., Orcas Center
— from Artha Kass —
Werther. Photo by Brigitte Lacombe
Star tenor Jonas Kaufmann sings the title role of the tortured poet in the Met’s acclaimed new production of Massenet’s Werther streaming to Orcas Center on Sunday, March 16 at 1:00 pm.
Richard Eyre, whose hit production of Bizet’s Carmen remains the most popular broadcast since the series’ inception, directs this stunning production of Werther which stars the incomparable Jonas Kaufmann and features French mezzo-soprano Sophie Koch in her highly-anticipated Met debut as Charlotte, the object of Werther’s unrequited love. The Met celebrates Werther as the hit of the season!
“The dark, resonant timbre of [Kaufmann’s] tenor gives him weight; its sword like directness makes him unstoppable. Every moment has the exact vocal color it needs.” —The Wall Street Journal
“Kaufmann, currently the most in-demand, versatile and exciting tenor in opera… is ideal in the role. He sings with dark colorings, melting warmth, virile intensity and powerful top notes. French mezzo-soprano Sophie Koch… brings a plush, strong voice and aching vulnerability to Charlotte.” —The New York Times
“… an across-the-board success, the title role being a showcase for Jonas Kaufmann’s latest triumph, perhaps his greatest yet.” —WQ
Run time 3 hours with one intermission. Host: Patricia Racette
Tickets for this Met Live in HD presentation of Werther are $18, $13 for students, $2 off for Orcas Center members, and may be purchased online or by calling 376-2281 ext. 1 or visiting the Orcas Center Box Office open Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from noon – 4 pm. For more information about Orcas Center 2014 season events, please visit Orcas Center’s website.
