The Triumph of Time and Truth: Festival d'Aix‐en‐Provence

About the Event

Krzysztof Warlikowski, one of today's most exciting stage directors, offers his interpretation of Georg Friedrich Händel's first oratorio, "Il Trionfo del Tempo e del Disinganno". Händel‐expert Emmanuelle Haïm conducts, with an ensemble of soloists at the peak of their abilities.

Premiered to great acclaim in Rome in 1707, Händel's work focusses on the allegorical figures of Beauty, Pleasure, Time, and Truth. With stunning arias, concertos, and ensemble sections, the oratorio offers ample dramatic material for Warlikowski's artistry.

Sung in Italian, with French and English surtitles

Practical Information

Premium offer

-Enjoy a seat in the best category or category 1
-Enjoy a champagne aperitif at the bar
-Programme included
-For your comfort: plaid and seat cushion at the Théâtre de l’Archevêché

Security measures have been heightened, including metal detectors and bag checks at the entrance.
- Please arrive no later than 30 minutes before the event begins.
- There is no admission after the event begins.

Cast / Production

Conductor: Emmanuelle Haïm
Director: Krzysztof Warlikowski
Stage designer: Malgorzata Szczeniak
Dramaturge: Christian Longchamp
Lighting designer: Felice Ross
Choreographer: Claude Bardouil
Video designer: Denis Guéguin

Bellezza: Sabine Devieilhe
Piacere: Franco Fagioli
Disinganno: Sara Mingardo
Tempo: Michael Spyres

Orchestra: Le Concert d’Astrée