Melbourne Conservatorium of Music: Cendrillon (Cinderella)

Presented by Conservatorium Opera and Orchestral Performance & VCA Design and Production.

Composed by: Jules Massenet
Libretto by: Henri Cain
Conducted by: Paul Fitzsimon
Directed and Choreographed by: Johanna Allen

Experience the enchanting tale of Cinderella through the captivating and whimsical music of nineteenth-century France. In this version of the tale, Pandolfe, a humble country gentleman, has wed the commanding Madame de la Haltière, a countess with a sharp temper. Together with her two daughters, Madame de la Haltière mistreats Pandolfe’s daughter from his first marriage, Lucette—who is known as Cendrillon. Despite her misfortune, Lucette is granted a magical chance by her fairy godmother to attend a royal ball, where she catches the eye of the prince. At the stroke of midnight, she must flee, leaving behind a single glass slipper. The prince embarks on a search for the slipper’s owner, and when it fits Lucette perfectly, a joyful celebration ensues as the prince and his newfound love look forward to a blissful life together.

This performance is performed in French, and includes English surtitles.

Orchestral reduction by Tony Burke © Pocket Publications

Wed, 5 Nov, 7pm – 8:45pm AEDT;

Ticket Prices: General Admission: $15; Concession: $10

Run time Approximately 2 hours with one interval. Any latecomers will be admitted at the discretion of Front of House.

Venue:  Union Theatre, Level 2 of the Arts & Cultural Building of Parkville Campus.