Kristina Mkhitaryan & Aigul Akhmetshina about Maria Stuarda | Trailer | Dutch National Opera

A scorching face-off that is both personal and political, and ultimately proves to be fatal. This opera pits Elizabeth I, Queen of England, and Mary Stuart, the exiled Queen of Scots, against each other in a fierce struggle that is as much about power as it is about love and moral righteousness. Bel canto composer Donizetti created a ravishing score for this opera that is both melodic and deeply moving, delivering plenty of emotional intensity as the lethal conflict between the two historical queens unfolds. SUBSCRIBE to our channel for new video’s every week: Opera in two acts Sung in Italian Libretto: Giuseppe Bardari Musical direction: Enrique Mazzola Stage direction: Jetske Mijnssen Set design: Ben Baur Costume design: Klaus Bruns Dramaturgy: Luc Joosten Choreography: Lillian Stillwell Lighting design: Cor van den Brink Elisabetta: Aigul Akhmetshina Maria Stuarda: Kristina Mkhitaryan Anna Kennedy: Sílvia Sequeira*