Opera on Location
L’enfant Prodigue
Ashley Pearson, director/librettist
Opera on Location return to live performances with an exciting modern adaptation of Debussy's award-winning one-act opera; The Prodigal Son.
It is a hot summer's day and whilst preparing to celebrate her 50th birthday, Lia laments the breakdown of her family. She reflects on the rift between her husband, Siméon, and her son Azaël, who left home after his parents rejected him when he came out. However, at this special milestone in his mother's life, Azaël has decided it is time to return and confront his parents. Whilst Lia is overjoyed to have her son back home, both she and Azaël are worried that Siméon will not be as welcoming.
★★★★★ “Ashley Pearson’s new libretto in English replaces the original by Edouard Guinand and brings it very much into contemporary society.”
★★★★★ “As with all Opera on Location productions, accessibility is a huge consideration. Ashley Pearson returns as librettist for this opera, with her interpretation of Debussy’s text set in English aptly bringing the audience closer to the production. She manages to strike the balance between story, text and music, creating a really special story.”