Così fan tutte

Così fan tutte (2016)

Music

The 2016 Aix-en-Provence Festival presented Mozart’s Così fan tutte in a modern, provocative production directed by Christophe Honoré. The staging reimagined the opera’s exploration of fidelity and deception against the backdrop of colonial-era Africa, addressing themes of power and exploitation. Honoré’s bold interpretation divided audiences, with some praising its daring approach and others finding it controversial. Conducted by Louis Langrée, the performance featured an exceptional cast, including Sandrine Piau, Lenneke Ruiten, and Kate Lindsey, whose vocal finesse and dramatic commitment brought vitality to Mozart’s intricate score. The inventive production blended historical commentary with the opera’s timeless emotional and comedic core, marking a memorable contribution to the festival’s legacy.

Director: Christophe Honoré

Casts

	Lenneke Ruiten as Fiordiligi
	Kate Lindsey as Dorabella
	Joel Prieto as Ferrando
	Nahuel Di Pierro as Guglielmo
	Rodney Gilfry as Don Alfonso
	Sandrine Piau as Despina
	Louis Langrée as Conductor

Crew