Rufus Wainwright’s Prima Donna to Play Sadler’s Wells

Prima Donna, the debut opera from singer-songwriter Rufus Wainwright, will transfer to Sadler’s Wells, April 12-17. It will be directed by Tim Albery, with design by Antony McDonald.

The opera, which premiered at the 2009 Manchester International Festival, features a libretto by Wainwright and Bernadette Colomine. It focuses on a fading opera singer, Régine Saint Laurent, who is preparing for her return to the stage after six years of silence. But in doing so, she is forced to confront the ghosts of her past. The role will be played Janis Kelly.

Wainwright has released a series of acclaimed albums, including Poses and Release the Stars. He will appear at New York City’s Lincoln Center on January 27 as part of the American Songbook series.

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