A one-hour reduction of Handel's most performed opera, Giulio Cesare.
One day only. When Ptolemy tries to usurp the throne, Cleopatra seduces Caesar to win it back. A one-hour reduction of Handel's most performed opera, Giulio Cesare. An Operaland production featuring Michael Temporal-Darrell (baritone) as Caesar, Alice Wang (soprano) as Cleopatra, with Miguel Carranza's inspired costume and stage design. The music will be performed on early period instruments from St Cecilia's instrument collection, is part of The Cantata Series and all proceeds benefit the hall. Performed in Italian with English subtitles.

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Visitor information
Address
50 Niddry Street, Cowgate, Edinburgh, Midlothian, EH1 1LG
01316 502600
Opening times
Opening Hours:
Monday – Closed
Tuesday – 10:00 – 17:00
Wednesday – 10:00 – 17:00
Thursday -10:00 – 17:00
Friday – 10:00 – 17:00
Saturday – 10:00 – 17:00
Sunday – Closed
Last entry is at 16:30 daily.
Closed in late December and early January, see website for details.
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The museum is free to enter and booking is not necessary.