Overview
Synopsis
Gloriana depicts the relationship between Queen Elizabeth I of England and the Earl of Essex. In the beginning of the opera, The Earl of Essex is the favorite of the Queen. By the end, he attempts to organize a rebellion against the Queen and is condemned to death.
Show Information
Music
Category
Opera
Age Guidance
Youth (Y)/General Audiences (G)
Number of Acts
2
Genres
Cast Size
large
Licensor
None/royalty-free
Ideal For
Mostly Male Cast, Large Cast
Characters
Showing 8 of 18 characters
Queen Elizabeth I
Female
Soprano
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Earl of Essex
Male
Tenor
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Henry Cuffe
Male
Baritone
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Lord Mountjoy
Male
Baritone
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Sir Walter Raleigh
Male
Bass
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Sir Robert Cecil
Male
Baritone
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Recorder of Norwich
Male
Bass
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Spirit of the masque
Male
Tenor
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Character Portrayals
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