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Farinelli and the King

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Synopsis

Claire van Kampen’s Farinelli and the King is a captivating testament to the healing power of music. King Philippe V of Spain is plagued with insomnia and depression. His ministers think he’s mad and unfit to run the country, but the Queen is determined to find a cure. When she hears the famed countertenor, Farinelli, sing, she believes Farinelli’s angelic voice may have the power to restore the King to himself again. She brings Farinelli to Spain, and the King is at once captivated by Farinelli’s song. But can any force reign in the King’s wild mind forever? Will Farinelli, the most celebrated singer in all of Europe, be willing stay by Phillipe’s side for so long?

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Category
Play
Age Guidance
Thirteen Plus (PG-13)
Number of Acts
2
First Produced
2015
Genres
Drama, Historical/Biographical
Settings
Period, Unit/Single Set
Time & Place
The court of King Philippe V, Madrid, Spain, 1737-1759
Cast Size
medium
Orchestra Size
Small
Ideal For
College/University, Mostly Male Cast, Professional Theatre, Regional Theatre, Star Vehicle Male, Includes Adult, Young Adult Characters, Medium Cast

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