The English Concert return to North America with a major Handel opera project. This time, the lesser-known Hercules HWV60, directed by Harry Bicket, a noted interpreter of the work.
Handel’s Rinaldo on Tour – October 2025
When Rinaldo premiered in 1711, it cemented Handel at the forefront of London’s operatic landscape. To this day, it remains one of his most-revered works. Harry Bicket and The English Concert will be joined by an outstanding cast for an international presentation of Rinaldo in October.
The English Concert and Kate Lindsey at Wigmore Hall
One of the most compelling artists of her generation, mezzo-soprano Kate Lindsey joins The English Concert for a special performance of music by Handel and Corelli. General ticket sales open 10am on Tuesday 7 October. Handel – instrumental suite and arias from Agrippina HWV6 INTERVAL Corelli – Concerto grosso in D Op. 6 No. 1 Handel – Donna, che in ciel HWV233
Handel’s Rinaldo
The warrior hero of Handel’s Rinaldo battles sorcery as well as altogether more sensuous enemies. Rinaldo was Handel’s first Italian opera and this tale of witchcraft, warfare and passion took London by storm when it opened in 1711. Rinaldo Aryeh Nussbaum CohenAlmirena Mary BevanGoffredo Paula MurrihyEustazio Alexander ChanceArgante Ashley RichesArmida Rachael WilsonAraldo/Donna/Magician Andy Shen Liu
Handel’s Rinaldo
The warrior hero of Handel’s Rinaldo battles sorcery as well as altogether more sensuous enemies. Rinaldo was Handel’s first Italian opera and this tale of witchcraft, warfare and passion took London by storm when it opened – just around the corner from St Martin-in-the-Fields – in 1711. Rinaldo Aryeh Nussbaum CohenAlmirena Mary BevanGoffredo Paula MurrihyEustazio Alexander ChanceArgante Ashley RichesArmida Rachael WilsonAraldo/Donna/Magician Andy Shen Liu
Handel’s Hercules
Fresh from battle, Hercules returns home victorious, but Dejanira is consumed by a jealousy that sets off a tragic chain of events. With Handel’s soaring arias, inventive chromaticism, and powerful choruses, this opera reminds us that mistrust can bring even the mightiest to their knees. Thomas Broughton’s libretto draws from Ovid and Sophocles, with the chorus commenting on events as they unfold …
Handel’s Rinaldo
The warrior hero of Handel’s Rinaldo battles sorcery as well as altogether more sensuous enemies. Rinaldo was Handel’s first Italian opera and this tale of witchcraft, warfare and passion took London by storm when it opened – just around the corner from St Martin-in-the-Fields – in 1711. Rinaldo Aryeh Nussbaum CohenAlmirena Mary BevanGoffredo Paula MurrihyEustazio Alexander ChanceArgante Ashley RichesArmida Rachael WilsonAraldo/Donna/Magician Andy Shen Liu
Handel’s Rinaldo
The warrior hero of Handel’s Rinaldo battles sorcery as well as altogether more sensuous enemies. Rinaldo was Handel’s first Italian opera and this tale of witchcraft, warfare and passion took London by storm when it opened – just around the corner from St Martin-in-the-Fields – in 1711. Rinaldo Aryeh Nussbaum CohenAlmirena Mary BevanGoffredo Paula MurrihyEustazio Alexander ChanceArgante Ashley RichesArmida Rachael WilsonAraldo/Donna/Magician Andy Shen Liu
Handel’s Hercules
Fresh from battle, Hercules returns home victorious, but Dejanira is consumed by a jealousy that sets off a tragic chain of events. With Handel’s soaring arias, inventive chromaticism, and powerful choruses, this opera reminds us that mistrust can bring even the mightiest to their knees. Thomas Broughton’s libretto draws from Ovid and Sophocles, with the chorus commenting on events as they unfold …