Opera by Henry Purcell

King Arthur was a legendary king of Britannia whose endeavours and glory have inspired works of art from the mediaeval times to today.

The opera King Arthur, or The British Worthy by Baroque composer Henry Purcell premiered at Queen’s Theatre, London, in the spring of 1691. The production enjoyed great success, as it was performed numerous times and was profitable. The libretto was written by John Dryden who intended it as a political allegory of contemporary power struggle.

More information: https://kultuuriaken.tartu.ee/en/event/king-arthur-1?event=149323