Così fan tutte

Festival Aix-en-Provence

Così fan tutte — Plot

The 2016 Aix-en-Provence Festival presented Mozart’s Così fan tutte in a modern, provocative production directed by Christophe Honoré. The staging reimagined the opera’s exploration of fidelity and deception against the backdrop of colonial-era Africa, addressing themes of power and exploitation. Honoré’s bold interpretation divided audiences, with some praising its daring approach and others finding it controversial. Conducted by Louis Langrée, the performance featured an exceptional cast, including Sandrine Piau, Lenneke Ruiten, and Kate Lindsey, whose vocal finesse and dramatic commitment brought vitality to Mozart’s intricate score. The inventive production blended historical commentary with the opera’s timeless emotional and comedic core, marking a memorable contribution to the festival’s legacy.

• Release date
• July 5, 2016
• Runtime
• 189 min
• Genres
• Music
• Director
• Christophe Honoré

Così fan tutte — Cast

Lenneke Ruiten Fiordiligi Kate Lindsey Dorabella

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Joel Prieto Ferrando Nahuel Di Pierro Guglielmo Rodney Gilfry Don Alfonso Sandrine Piau Despina

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Louis Langrée Conductor