The Opera UCT talent showcase took place this week, and director Jeremy Silver announced the plan for 2024. Jeremy Silver's insights not only reaffirmed Opera UCT's status as a world-class institution but also highlighted its leadership in the realm of opera.
The most significant revelation came in the form of an announcement: In September 2024, Opera UCT will proudly present the world premiere of "Dalinda" by Donizetti. This operatic masterpiece, previously suppressed in 19th-century Italy due to censorship, has recently been rediscovered in its entirety.
Opera UCT students, selected from a pool of three global companies, will have the unprecedented opportunity to bring this lost gem to life in its first-ever full staging. What adds to the excitement is the collaboration with an international producer and costume director, providing students with a unique and enriching experience.