Acclaimed soprano Ayşe Göknur Shanal joins forces with renowned countertenor Tobias Cole, one of the foremost interpreters of Baroque music, for a truly unforgettable performance. Together, they bring to life the dazzling repertoire once made famous by the legendary Castrati, including the likes of Farinelli. Rarely performed today due to its extraordinary vocal demands, this repertoire offers a rare glimpse into a time of breath-taking virtuosity and emotional depth.
This thrilling program features masterworks by Vivaldi, Handel, Monteverdi, Broschi, and Hasse, composers who wrote for the greatest voices of their age. With passionate arias, intricate ornamentation, and dramatic flair, the performance promises to transport audiences to an era when the Castrati ruled the operatic stage with unmatched brilliance.
Accompanied by historical context and performed by artists trained at the Metropolitan Opera, this is more than a concert, it’s a rediscovery of a golden age of music.
Experience the drama, the beauty, and the virtuosity of the Castrati era, reimagined for today.
Unmasking the Castrato on Sunday 6 July, Utzon Room, Sydney Opera House..