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Jacques Lacombe Conductor Assistant
Michel-Maxime Legault Stage Director Assistant Marcel Pomerlo Set Designer Jean Bard Costume Designer
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Rehearsal Pianist (Chorus) Pierre McLean
A PRODUCTION BY : Productions ODM inc. with the financial support of SODEC
Language: Italian with English and French surtitles
Marie-Nicole Lemieux Leonora Nicole Car Count di Luna Etienne Dupuis Ferrando Matthew Treviño Ines Kirsten LeBlanc Ruiz Angelo Moretti
Rehearsal Pianist Esther Gonthier
An old gypsy Mikelis Rogers A messenger Jaime Sandoval
September 10, 13, 15, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. and September 18, 2022 at 2 p.m. Salle Wilfrid-Pelletier, Place des Arts
COMPOSER: GIUSEPPE VERDI
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Luc Robert
Thomas Le Duc-Moreau Stage Director
Opéra de Montréal Lighting Designer Éric Champoux Movement advisor Danielle Lecourtois Chorus Master Claude Webster
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Duration: 2h36 (including a intermission of 25 min.)
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Premiere : January, 19, 1853 Teatro Apollo, Rome
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Opera exists because of its audience. It is you, therefore, who come forward to attend our performances, who make all the difference for our artists and artisans. We are truly moved to see that there are more subscriptions today than there were before the pandemic. This bears witness to your great affection for our art form. I am well aware of the dedication and passion all our various teams have shown to make this happen and get us here.
A WORD FROM THE GENERAL DIRECTOR
Lastly, I want to take this opportunity to share the great pride we are all feeling at the Opéra de Montréal, as our brilliant artistic director, Michel Beaulac, has been appointed to the Order of Canada. He has received this honour in recognition of his great contribution to opera in Canada, and particularly to the Opéra de Montréal, where he has served for over 30 years. On behalf of the entire company, I would like to heartily congratulate him.
What a joy it is to have you join us for an all-new and exciting season at the Opéra de Montréal! Opening this magnificent season—the first complete season in far too long a time—, we are presenting a spectacular new production of Il Trovatore, by Verdi.
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We have assembled an essentially Canadian cast that will have us acknowledge the development of opera in Canada over the past few decades. Bringing together Luc Robert, Marie-Nicole Lemieux, Nicole Car, and Etienne Dupuis on the same stage, right here in Montreal, has become a Addedreality.to this suite of exceptional singers are the musical direction, stage direction, and set design by three homegrown artists. Quebec conductor Jacques Lacombe leads the Orchestre Métropolitain, while young stage director Michel Maxime Legault makes his opera debut in “chiaroscuro” sets by Jean Bard, intensely underscoring the libretto’s dramatic action.
A season opener, a new production, company debuts, long-awaited returns, role We’redebuts…backto better days. Enjoy the show!
A WORD FROM THE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
The spotlight shines on Il Trovatore, a pillar of Verdi’s impressive oeuvre and certainly one of the most popular works in the repertoire. References to it are numerous and expectations, sometimes excessive.
MICHEL BEAULAC
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A highly anticipated return to make us forget the unforeseen events of times past.
The day has come at last!
In the palace gardens, Leonora confides in her companion Ines that she is in love with a mysterious man she met before the outbreak of the war, and that he is the troubadour who serenades her each night. After they have left, Count di Luna appears, looking for Leonora. When she hears the troubadour’s song in the darkness, Leonora rushes out to greet her beloved but mistakenly embraces di Luna. The troubadour reveals his true identity: He is Manrico, leader of the partisan rebel forces. Furious, the count challenges him to fight to the death.
SYNOPSIS
Spain, early 19th century, during the Peninsular War. The commander of the Royalist Aragon troops, Count di Luna, is obsessed with Leonora, a young noblewoman in the queen’s service, who does not return his love. Outside the royal residence, his soldiers keep watch at night. They have heard an unknown troubadour serenading Leonora, and the jealous count is determined to capture and punish him. To keep his troops awake, the captain, Ferrando, recounts the terrible story of a gypsy woman who was burned at the stake years ago for bewitching the count’s infant brother. The gypsy’s daughter then took revenge by kidnapping the boy and throwing him into the flames where her mother had died. The charred skeleton of a baby was discovered there, and di Luna’s father died of grief soon after. The gypsy’s daughter disappeared without a trace, but di Luna has sworn to find her.
During the duel, Manrico overpowered the count, but some instinct stopped him from killing his rival. The war has raged on, with the Royalist forces victorious in the most recent battle. Manrico was badly wounded, but his mother, the gypsy Azucena, has nursed him back to health in a camp in the mountains.
ACT II
A band of gypsies gathers at their mountain hideout. Azucena is the woman for whom di Luna has been searching. Her life is scarred by the memory of her mother’s death and the terrible revenge she exacted. Manrico, who has never heard the full story, is determined to finally know the truth. Azucena tells him how she stole the older count’s infant son but, in her manic rage, accidentally murdered her own child instead. When Manrico demands to know who he truly is, Azucena is evasive: All that matters is the mother’s love she has shown him all his life and that he does not fail to take revenge on the house of di Luna. A messenger arrives with news that Leonora, believing that Manrico has fallen in battle and hoping to escape di Luna’s grasp, is entering a convent. Azucena pleads with Manrico to stay, but he resolves to go to her immediately.
Di Luna arrives at the convent with his troops to take Leonora by force, but his attempt to seize her is foiled when Manrico and his men attack. In the ensuing chaos, the lovers escape.
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ACT I
Di Luna has laid siege to the fortress where Manrico has taken refuge with Leonora. Soon, soldiers bring in Azucena, whom Ferrando and his men have captured wandering nearby. When she hears di Luna’s name, her reaction arouses suspicion, and Ferrando recognizes her as the murderer of the count’s brother. Azucena cries out to Manrico to rescue her, and di Luna realizes that he now has his enemy in his hands. He orders a pyre built for Azucena before the walls of the fortress.
ACT III
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ACT IV
SYNOPSIS
Manrico’s army has been defeated, and he and Azucena are being held captive in di Luna’s castle. Leonora has escaped and now comes to the prison to pray for Manrico’s salvation. When di Luna orders the execution of Manrico and Azucena at sunrise, Leonora offers herself to the count in return for her lover’s life; however, she secretly takes a slow-acting poison, sealing her fate.
In their cell, Manrico tries to comfort Azucena, who is terrified of the stake and the fire that await her. Leonora appears to tell Manrico that he is saved and urges him to escape. Understanding that she has promised herself to di Luna, he denounces her and refuses to flee. But the poison is already taking effect, and Leonora dies in his arms, just as di Luna arrives. He sends Manrico to his execution. Azucena cries out that her mother is avenged: di Luna has killed his own brother.
Inside the castle, Manrico and Leonora are preparing to be married. She is frightened, but he assures her of his love even in the face of death. When news of Azucena’s capture arrives, Manrico summons his forces and prepares to attack.
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COMPOSERITALYGiuseppeVerdi
GIUSEPPE VERDI (1813-1901)
THE
(1813-1901) was born in Roncole. He began his musical education with the village organist, went on to study with the maestro di musica in Busseto, and completed his training in Milan with Lavigna, the répétiteur at La Scala, who encouraged him to attend opera performances. He presented his first opera, Oberto, in 1839, its success leading to a commission to write three more, including Nabucco (1842). During his following “galley years,” he composed an opera every nine months or so, culminating in the “popular trilogy” of Rigoletto (1851), Il Trovatore (1853), and La traviata (1853), attesting to his stylistic maturity and making him the most popular opera composer in Italy. After a few years in Paris, he tried his hand at grand opera with Les vêpres siciliennes (1855), followed by six other operas, including Aida (1871). He would not return to opera until Otello (1887) and, finally, Falstaff (1893).
LEONORA
CANADATENOR
After winning prizes at the Queen Elisabeth Competition in Belgium in 2000, Marie-Nicole Lemieux began an international career that has led her to the world’s most famous stages, with her powerful voice, superb sense of line, faultless virtuosity, and sense of nuance and drama allowing her to triumph in various repertories. Upcoming projects include Fricka (Der Ring des Nibelungen) in Brussels, Carmen at Chorégies d’Orange, and various productions, including Falstaff, at the Metropolitan Opera in 22/23. Last OdM appearance: Samson & Delilah (2015)
Nicole Car has established herself as one of the world’s leading sopranos, performing at the Royal Opera House-Covent Garden, the Metropolitan Opera, Dallas Opera, Deutsche Oper Berlin, Opera Australia, and Opéra national de Paris. Engagements in recent seasons include, among many others, Tatyana (Eugene Onegin) in Munich, Berlin, Vienna, and Santa Fe; Mimì (La bohème) in Paris, Dresden, and at The Met; Violetta (La traviata) in Sydney and Marseille; and Donna Elvira (Don Giovanni) in Paris. Last OdM appearance: Eugene Onegin (2019)
THE ARTISTS
LUC ROBERT
AZUCENA
NICOLE CAR
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AUSTRALIESOPRANO
CANADACONTRALTO
Luc Robert has established himself as one of the most interesting “spinto” tenors of our time. Recent seasons have included Rodolfo (La bohème) in Montreal, Cavaradossi (Tosca) in Calgary, Ernani at the Latvian National Opera and Nationaltheater Mannheim, Dick Johnson (La fanciulla del West) and Manrico (Il Trovatore) at the Estonian National Opera, and Don José (Carmen) at the Finnish National Opera. He returns to the Estonian National Opera in 2022 for Carlo VII (Giovanna d’Arco). Last OdM appearance: La bohème (2017)
MARIE-NICOLE LEMIEUX
MANRICO
COUNT DI LUNA
INES
Etienne Dupuis enjoys international acclaim, appearing regularly on the world’s most prestigious stages. This past season included appearances as Rodrigue (Don Carlos) at the Metropolitan Opera, the title role of Don Giovanni at the San Francisco Opera, Eugene Onegin in concert with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, a Gala concert at the Deutsche Oper Berlin, and four productions at the Wiener Staatsoper—Figaro (Il barbiere di Siviglia), Valentin (Faust), Marcello (La bohème), and Albert (Werther). Last OdM appearance: Eugene Onegin (2019)
MATTHEW TREVIÑO
ETIENNE DUPUIS
FERRANDOdebut
CANBARYTONADA
KIRSTEN LEBLANC
THE ARTISTS
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CANADASOPRANO
Hailed as possessing a “mellifluous bass that is at once robust and gentle” (Opera Magazine), Matthew Treviño is captivating audiences through his work in opera, theatre, and the recording arts. Recent highlights include Bartolo (Le nozze di Figaro), Guy Cotter (Everest), and Timur (Turandot) with Austin Opera; Sparafucile (Rigoletto) and Zuniga (Carmen) with Hawaii Opera Theatre; Hobson (Peter Grimes) and Sparafucile with the English National Opera; and The Ghost (The Canterville Ghost) with Opera Leipzig. OdM
Described as a “major vocal revelation” (Le Devoir), Kirsten LeBlanc recently obtained her Doctorate in Performance at Université de Montréal, having already completed a Master’s in Voice and Opera Performance at McGill University. Distinguished by a refined know-how that has seen her embark on a flourishing career, she has notably worked with the Opéra de Montréal, Orchestre métropolitain, and Orchestre de l'Agora. Recent credits include The Mixtape concert and the Second Lady (Die Zauberflôte) with the Opéra de Montréal. Last OdM appearance: The Magic Flute (2022)
UNITED-STATESBASS
CANADA/MEXICOTENOR
Jaime Sandoval began his musical studies in Mexico with baritone Jésus Suaste. He completed both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Opera under the tutelage of Stefano Algieri at McGill University’s Schulich School of Music. His opera repertoire includes the roles of Alfredo (La traviata), Edgardo (Lucia di Lammermoor), Nemorino (L’elisir d’amore), Rodolfo (La bohème), Almaviva (Il barbiere di Siviglia), and Don José (Carmen). His concert repertoire includes works by Bach, Mozart, Rossini, and Verdi. OdM debut
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CANADA/ITALYTENOR
ANGELO MORETTI
Mikelis Rogers is a Latvian-Canadian baritone who is a resident artist at the Atelier Lyrique at the Opéra de Montréal for the 2022/2023 season. Mainstage appearances will include An Old Gipsy in Il Trovatore, Le Chat, l’Horloge in L’Enfant et les Sortilèges, and Yakuside in Madama Butterfly Mikelis completed his undergraduate studies in voice performance in 2022, studying under Jean MacPhail and earning a Bachelor’s of Music, Performance in Voice. Mikelis Rogers is generously sponsored by MarieHélène Fox, in loving memory of Claude Morin. OdM debut
A MESSENGER
Angelo Moretti is a Canadian-Italian tenor, born and raised in Toronto, Ontario. He completed his Master of Music degree in Opera Performance at the University of Toronto’s Opera School, where he studied in the studio of Dr. Darryl Edwards. His recent appearances include performing as Count Almaviva in UofT Opera’s first ever production of Rossini’s "Il Barbiere di Siviglia" and as Martin in Aaron Copland’s "The Tender Land", directed by Tim Albery. He has also had the privilege of working in masterclasses with the likes of mezzo-soprano, Susan Graham and tenors, Piotr Beczala and Lawrence Brownlee. Angelo Moretti is generously sponsored by Joan Vogelesang and Fred Heese. OdM debut
THE ARTISTS
MIKELIS ROGERS
RUIZ
CANADA/LATVIABARITONE
AN OLD GYPSY
JAIME SANDOVAL
THE ARTISTS
Thomas Le Duc-Moreau is the youngest artist in the Orchestre symphonique de Montréal’s history to hold the position of Assistant Conductor. He previously held similar functions with the Orchestre symphonique de Québec and the Orchestre symphonique de Trois-Rivières. He is also Artistic Director of Ensemble Volte. He has conducted rehearsals of Carmen at the Bonn Opera and The Flying Dutchman at Opéra de Québec, and was invited to conduct the Prague National Theatre Orchestra in 2018. Last OdM appearance: Yourcenar – Une île de passions (2022)
CONDUCTOR ASSISTANT
THOMAS LE DUC-MOREAU
JACQUES LACOMBE
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CANADA
Michel-Maxime Legault is the co-founder of Théâtre de la Marée Haute, where he has directed a great number of plays. He has also directed several works for Théâtre des Cascades. Since 2005, he has appeared as an actor in several stage and television productions. He taught operatic stage performance at Université Laval and Université de Sherbrooke and is a guest teacher at Cégep de St-Hyacinthe and the National Theatre School of Canada. OdM debut
MICHEL-MAXIME LEGAULT
CANADA
CONDUCTOR
CANADA
STAGE DIRECTOR
Jacques Lacombe’s integrity and rapport with musicians, orchestras, and renowned soloists have propelled him to international stature and such positions as Music and Artistic Director of the Orchestre Symphonique de Mulhouse, Principal Conductor of the Bonn Opera, Music Director of the Orchestre symphonique de Trois-Rivières, and Music Director of the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra. Recent highlights include productions at the Royal Opera House-Covent Garden, Opéra de Marseille, and Deutsche Oper Berlin. He has recorded for CPO and Analekta. Last OdM appearance: The Opéra de Montréal’s Mixtape (2021)
ÉRIC CHAMPOUX
LIGHTING DESIGNER
CANADA
A painter since an early age, Éric Champoux has always had a keen interest in light, designing lighting for close to 100 stage productions in Québec and Europe. His work for the Opéra de Montréal includes the acclaimed production of Dead Man Walking, as well as Samson et Dalila, Aida, and Romeo and Juliet. He has also collaborated with Les Sept Doigts de la Main, Cirque du Soleil, Pacific Opera Victoria, and the Canadian Opera Company. Last OdM appearance: Romeo and Juliet (2018)
DANIELLE LECOURTOIS
JEAN BARD
MARCEL POMERLO
MOVEMENT ADVISOR
CANADA
Over the past 30 years, Danielle Lecourtois has cultivated her singular approach to a choreographic language for the performing arts—including theatre, dance, circus arts, and opera—, focusing on the expressive qualities of the body. She works as a choreographer, performer, movement consultant, and assistant stage director. She also teaches movement in the theatre program at Cégep de Saint-Hyacinthe, in addition to sharing her knowledge and passion as a trainer and advisor. OdM debut
STAGE DIRECTOR ASSISTANT
CANADA
CANADA
THE ARTISTS
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A graduate of the National Theatre School of Canada, Jean Bard has created sets for some 150 productions in several genres over the past 20 years. His work has been seen throughout Montreal—at Théâtre du Nouveau-Monde, Théâtre d’Aujourd’hui, the Rideau-vert, Espace Libre, Espace Go—and elsewhere in Quebec, France, and Belgium. He has worked with such seasoned directors as Robert Gravel, Lorraine Pintal, Normand Chouinard, René-Richard Cyr, Denise Filiatrault, Claude Poissant, and Robert Bellefeuille. Last OdM appearance: Un Ballo in maschera (2007)
SET DESIGNER
Actor, stage director and author, Marcel Pomerlo has performed in 80 shows on many Montreal stages and on tour in Canada and Europe. Co-founder of the creative company Momentum, he has written and performed two successful solo works: L'Inoublié ou Marcel Pomme-dansl'eau : un récit-fleuve and Gaëtan (pièces à assembler à la maison). He also wrote his first multi-character play: Matthias Ostermann or Le dernier petit bateau. OdM debut
Pierre McLean is much sought-after as a vocal coach, accompanist, pianist, and musical director working in these various capacities with such institutions as Université de Montréal, the Schulich School of Music, Atelier lyrique de l’Opéra de Montréal, Orchestre symphonique de Montréal, Opéra de Montréal, Jeunesses musicales Canada, Productions Belle Lurette, the Canadian Vocal Art Institute, Opéra-Théâtre de Rimouski, and Concours musical international de Montréal, as well as with other music ensembles and soloists. Last OdM appearance: Yourcenar – Une île de passions (2022)
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Esther Gonthier est reconnue comme l’une des pianistes les plus polyvalentes et des plus recherchées au Canada. Elle poursuit une carrière très active à la fois comme pianiste-répétitrice, cheffe de chant et concertiste. Ayant travaillé plus de 130 opéras à ce jour, elle possède une vaste connaissance du répertoire lyrique et occupe même une place enviée dans le monde de l’art vocal. Elle est cheffe de chant principale à l’Atelier lyrique de l’Opéra de Montréal et est régulièrement invitée comme pianiste-répétitrice par le Canadian Opera Company, l’Orchestre symphonique de Montréal, l’Opéra de Québec, le Festival de Lanaudière et l’Orchestre Métropolitain entre autres. Last OdM appearance: The mixtape (2021)
CANADA
CHORUS MASTER
REHEARSAL PIANIST (CHORUS)
THE ARTISTS
REHEARSAL PIANIST
CLAUDE WEBSTER
CANADA
Claude Webster has worked in the field of opera as a rehearsal pianist and vocal coach for some thirty years. His work is widely recognized in North America and Europe. Internationally sought after as a specialist in the French repertoire, he has participated in many programs including those in Tel Aviv, Berlin, Ravinia and New York. He was the head coach at the Atelier lyrique de l'Opéra de Montréal from 1997 to 2017 and has been the Opéra de Montréal’s chorus master since 2007. Last OdM appearance: Yourcenar – Une île de passions (2022)
ESTHER GONTHIER
PIERRE MCLEAN
CANADA
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CIMBASSO
Patrice Richer, principal Madeleine Doyon-Robitaille Matthieu Bourget, assistant
Christopher Best, principal Thérèse Ryan, associate Vincent Bergeron, assistant Sheila VeronikaChristineHanniganHarveyRonkos
Sylvie Jean-AïFlavieHelgaCélineMoniqueHarveyLagacéArcandDatheGagnonSeow
Elvira Misbakhova, principal Julie Dupras, associate Camille Mireault-Lalancette, assistant Gérald DaigleÉlisa SebastianFrançoisBoudreauVallièresGonzalez Mora
Mélanie Harel, principal Kirsten Zander
Trevor Dix, principal
SECOND VIOLINS
Esther Gonthier, principal
Alexandre Lavoie, principal Vincent Séguin Olivier MatthiasMarandaSoly-Letarte
Marc Denis, principal Gilbert Fleury, associate Réal Montminy, assistant Catherine Lefebvre
Marie-Andrée Benny, principal Caroline Séguin
Michel Bettez, principal Gabrièle Dostie-Poirier
CELLOS
DOUBLE BASSES
PREMIERS VIOLONS
Simon Bourget, principal Jean LaurencePaquinLatreille-GagnéMaudeLussier
PERCUSSION
Yukari Cousineau, principal Marcelle Mallette, associate Johanne Morin, assistant Monica IsabelleDanielMarie-ClaireMary-ElizabethArianeCarolynRyanFlorenceDuschênesMalletteTrubyKlauseBresseBrownCousineauGodinBélanger-Southey
VIOLAS
FLUTES
CLARINETS
Nancy Ricard, principal Lyne Allard, associate Dominic Guilbault, assistant Lucie Ménard
FRENCH HORNS
OBOES
Lise Bouchard, principal Henri Ferland
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TRUMPETS
HARP
Valérie Arsenault
TROMBONES
Juliette Duguay, principal ORGAN
MUSICIANS
BASSOONS
TIMPANI Julien Bélanger, principal
Simon Aldrich, principal François Martel
BéatriceMichelleGildaCatherineMarie-ChantalJulieElizabethChantalChantalMarianneBovetCloutierDenisDuboisEkholmGoupilLemieuxLevacSalomoneSuttonStoklas
Marie-Philippe Bois
IN MEMORIAM
Ruben Shaym Brutus Phil Dutton Éric
Simon SamuelClermontEmanuelJohnJonathanChausséBédardJohnstonLebelTremblayTremblay
RenéDavidJean-LouisJaimeMikeNathanWesleyJulienGauvinGirardHarrisonLeLièvreMelinoSandovalSanscartierTrowerVoyer
Jeanne
GuillaumePhilippeJean-PhilippeGrenierLarocheMorinSt-Cyr
Pierre-Étienne Bergeron
Anne-Marie Beaudette Odéi
SOPRANOS
TENORS
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BASSES
Marie-Noel Daigneault Sophie De
KarineLéaDorothéaKripaNadineMeghanMarie-ClaireCruzFafard-BlaisFleetGuertinNagaesharVenturaWeilbrennerMichon
OPÉRA DE MONTRÉAL CHOIR
Jordan Delage Claude
MEZZO-SOPRANOS
SuzanBilodeauElizabeth Brown
It is with great sadness that we mourn the passing of Lise Beauchamp, principal oboe of the Orchestre Métropolitain. Her musical and personal contribution to the Opéra de Montréal for close to thirty seasons, as part of the orchestra, is forever etched in the history of our company. Our thoughts are with her family and friends, as well as with the extended OM family.
BARITONES
Complice de l’Opéra de Montréal
SAVE THE DATE Discover the next generation of opera stars at this unforgettable benefit event in support of the mission of the Opéra de Montréal and the Atelier lyrique. October 26, 2022 MAISON SYMPHONIQUE DE MONTRÉAL operademontreal.com/en/events/talent-2022
Final Concert of the Atelier lyrique 2022 © Brent Calis
The support of the Vanda Treiser Initiatives allows the artists to play an active role in the professional productions of the company, either as cast members or as understudies learning full roles. For Il Trovatore, no fewer than nine artists in residence and graduates of the Atelier lyrique were able to experience such a meaningful career development opportunity.
Florence Bourget, Jean-Michel Richer and Magali Simard-Galdès, Written on Skin 2020
© Yves Renaud
Spencer Britten, Eugene Onegin 2019 © Yves Renaud
We celebrate the exceptional contribution of the Vanda Treiser Initiatives to our artists in residence program, the Atelier lyrique de l’Opéra de Montréal! Thanks to this generous contribution, the opera stars of tomorrow can hone their skills in an optimal artistic environment.
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What has the return “home” been like for this couple with a deeply rooted sense of family? We spoke to the two infinitely talented, accessible, and genuine artists, whose tangible and refreshing affinity for each other transcends the stage.
TEXT: VéroniquePHOTOS:Gauthier Tam Photography
Opera’s favourite duo is back on the boards at the Opéra de Montréal to delight our ears and eyes in performances of Verdi’s Il Trovatore. For this production, baritone Etienne Dupuis and soprano Nicole Car are both making role debuts alongside a dazzling, almost entirely Canadian cast.
UNE ŒUVRE QUI TOMBE À POINT
Etienne Dupuis and Nicole Car:
“I had sung the arias from Il Trovatore when I was younger, I even won a competition with Leonora’s second aria. Who would think they could manage that at the age of 21? Me, apparently!” says the soprano with a laugh. “I knew it would perfectly suit my voice at this moment. The bel canto from this point
EDITORIAL
reconnecting with family at the Opéra de Montréal
When artistic director Michel Beaulac approached the couple to ask which opera they would like to come sing in Montreal, Nicole Car did not have to think twice. With a track record of strong and demanding roles, the Australian soprano dreamt of diving into the score for Leonora, the central character in this opera by a young Verdi.
A FAMILY REUNION
PRESENTINGus.”
Luckily for us, the experience did not put a halt to his operatic ambitions, and now here he is, ready to prove his first impression of Il Trovatore was wrong!
EDITORIALinVerdi’scareer
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A CLASSIC: STILL RELEVANT?
Her spouse goes further: “Sopranos with a warm and meaty middle register, with vocal agility, and who can act—there aren’t many of those! It’s an excellent gateway to another category of roles for her.” For his part, though the baritone was at first rather hesitant to don the clothes of Count di Luna, it didn’t take much to convince him. “I told him that if the baritone was good, he’d win the evening. And he accepted!” his wife affectionately teases.
The Paris-based singers made their way to Montreal as a family, in fact, accompanied by their young Noah, for one of the final times this season. “Unlike what we’ve done in previous years, because of school, we decided that one of us would stay home while the other is away for a contract. That way, we can both take advantage of our careers and family, which is very important to
is absolutely incredible. It allows me to stay in the middle register, while having coloratura embellishments. At 36 years old, with the technique I have now, I feel that I’m ready to sing the role.”
A role debut is always an exciting experience, even after many years in the profession. Taking on a role on familiar ground, among kind and gracious colleagues, is a truly happy moment. “I consider myself a Canadian by adoption,” says Nicole. “We’re with family here, with the cast, Jacques Lacombe conducting, Michel-Maxime directing, the whole team. It takes off a lot of pressure and it’s nothing but joy!” Etienne adds, “I grew up with this company. I recognize the room, I know the audience, and I love it here.”
Il Trovatore is the first opera Etienne Dupuis ever saw and, to say the least, his memory of it is not exactly the fondest. “At the time, I was 17 years old, I was studying jazz piano and wondering whether I should make the leap to classical singing. I came to the Opéra de Montréal to get a look at what it was all about, and I found it to be so boring! The cardboard set, singers planting themselves in front of it to deliver their arias… Leonora was dull, and I couldn’t understand why she would kill herself for this man.”
FOR YOUR EVENING AT THE OPERA
All that’s left to do is take your seat, watch the curtain go up, and let the magic happen, masterfully guided along by these two exceptional artists.
EDITORIALActing:anaspect that cannot be Nowignoredaboutto
To enjoy your evening to the fullest, the baritone suggests you do a little research before coming to the venue. “Read about the story, go online and listen to excerpts of the opera. It’s so nice to recognize arias you’re already familiar with!”
Understanding our reality by revisiting the classics
For the baritone, seeing a classic can open your eyes to our current reality. “Do we really do things differently today than we did back then?” wonders Etienne Dupuis. “Don’t we insult people we don’t know on social media just because they don’t share our opinion? Sometimes, you need to show that though the wheel keeps turning, we haven’t
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“It’scharacters.important to keep in mind everything your characters are going through over the course of their journey in the opera,” explains the baritone. “There’s got to be a thread running through their development, otherwise it’s just superficial arias. And Nicole is a very instinctive actress, her acting is very natural. When she comes on stage, you see the character right away. Without it being highlighted or artificial in any way.”
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present the work on stage, has his opinion of it changed? “I think a lot depends on how it is presented. It’s a very complicated story, and if part of the plot is left by the wayside in its interpretation, it’s uninteresting,” he replies. In terms of the quality of its interpretation in this case, the audience will be well served, as the two artists are well-known to wholeheartedly invest themselves in their
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