Erwartung is paired with Bluebeard's Castle in a captivating double bill at the Canadian Opera Company. Directed by Robert Lepage, the production features mezzo-soprano Karen Cargill as Judith and bass-baritone Christian Van Horn as Duke Bluebeard, alongside soprano Anna Gabler in her COC debut as the Woman. Each one-act opera explores themes of psychological tension, unveiling the complexities of desire and fear. The visually striking performance is enhanced by innovative set and lighting designs by Michael Levine and Robert Thomson.
Cast and Creative Team for Erwartung at Canadian Opera Company
Cast
Christian Van Horn
Duke Bluebeard
Karen Cargill
Judith
Anna Gabler
The Woman
Creative Team
Simone Luti
Assistant Conductor
Robert Lepage
Director
François Racine
Revival Director
Marilyn Gronsdal
Assistant Director
Michael Levine
Set & Costume Designer
Charlotte Dean
Associate Set & Costume Designer
Robert Thomson
Lighting Design
Laurie-Shawn Bozovoy
Media Effects Design
Greg Carruthers
Intimacy Coordinator
Jenifer Kowal
Stage Manager
Stephanie Marrs
Assistant Stage Manager
Jessica Severin
Assistant Stage Manager
Lindsay McDonald
Apprentice Stage Manager
Anne Larlee
Head Coach
Stephen Hargreaves
Repetiteur
Kimly Wang
Ensemble Studio Coach
Johannes Debus
Conductor
Matthew Richardson
Fight Coordinator
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