Benjamin: Lessons in Love and Violence (2018)
• May 10th, 2018 • 1h 31min
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Overview
Opera based on the story of Edward II and Piers Gaveston. Music by George Benjamin, libretto by Martin Crimp. BBC broadcast of the 2018 premiere at the Royal Opera House, the composer conducting, prefaced by commentary and interviews.
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