Fidelio

The story

Leonore disguises herself as a man, "Fidelio," to infiltrate a prison and rescue her husband, Florestan, unjustly imprisoned by the tyrant Pizarro. Gaining the trust of the jailer, Rocco, and his daughter, Marzelline—who unknowingly falls for Fidelio—Leonore’s courage is tested when Pizarro orders Florestan’s execution. In a climactic moment, she reveals her identity and saves Florestan just as the king’s minister arrives, restoring justice. The opera celebrates themes of love, sacrifice, and freedom.

Cast & crew

Gundula JanowitzLeonore (Fidelio)

Jon VickersFlorestan

Theo Adam

Theo AdamDon Pizarro

William Wildermann

William WildermannRocco

Stella Richmond

Stella RichmondMarzelline

Misha Raitzine

Misha RaitzineJaquino

Jean-Louis Soumagnas

Jean-Louis SoumagnasDon Fernando

Zubin MehtaSelf - Conductor