The Barber of Seville

A young count is in love with a shrewd woman who returns his feelings But her guardian harbours his own plans for her When jackofalltrades Figaro rushes to the young couples aid bribery deceit and comic entanglements ensue Will he succeed in saving the day and love Bursting with exuberant music captivating comedy and ingenious disguises Rossinis masterpiece is the ultimate feelgood opera In Den Norske Opera and Balletts new production director Jetske Mijnssen takes the story seriously didnt Count Almaviva and Rosinas union turn out unhappy in Mozarts The Marriage of Figaro and shows how comedy is always close to tragedy