David McVicar’s production of Giulio Cesare manages to combine serious insight with entertainment, bringing Handel's masterpiece to life in a powerful, convincing and highly intelligent way. ln every line of the complex narrative the subtle nuances are apparent, reflecting perfectly the transparent and exquisite nature of Handel's musical expression. Filmed in High Definition and recorded in true surround sound, the outstanding singing of the all-star cast, led superbly by Sarah Connolly, and the vivid playing of the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment under the energising baton of William Christie reveal the colour and dramatic character of Handel’s music in a most delightful manner.
Sarah Connolly
as Giulio Cesare
Danielle de Niese
as Cleopatra
Angelika Kirchschlager
as Sesto
Christophe Dumaux
as Tolomeo
Patricia Bardon
as Cornelia
Christopher Maltman
as Achilla
Rachid Ben Abdeslam
as Nireno
Alexander Ashworth
as Curio
