Albert Herring
A Springtime Comic Masterpiece
Streaming: May 22-June 5, 2021
Music by Benjamin Britten
Libretto by Eric Crozier
May Day mayhem. Albert Herring is a rollicking comedy about a shy, innocent boy who, frustrated with small-town conventions, breaks free from the expectations of society. Gently laced with Britten’s musical wit and gifts for parody and caricature, this story about the world’s reaction to an outsider is joyfully brought to life in this springtime presentation.
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Cast & Creative Team
Learn MoreSynopsis
Learn MoreAct I
The scene is Loxford, a small market town midway between Ipswich and Aldeburgh, in East Suffolk. One of the more important persons of the district is Lady Billows, who combines an autocratic zeal…
About the Opera
Learn MoreAlbert Herring, composed in 1947, is Benjamin Britten’s second chamber opera. Set in an imaginary East Suffolk town not far from where Britten grew up, this charming and comedic opera…
Director's Notes
Read MoreIn Act 1, Sid tells Albert that “Living without a regular supply of pleasures like these is hard to support…” After the year we’ve been through, we can all identify.
Taste of Opera
Learn MoreEnhance your opera-going experience with an all-inclusive experience including a delicious meal and relaxed conversation featuring special guests. Whether you’re new to opera or a dedicated enthusiast, this is a fun way to consume this delicious art form!
Screening Al Fresco
Learn MoreSee it on the big screen! Enhance your opera-viewing experience with a special screening of Albert Herring on the rooftop at Brit’s Pub. Whether you’re new to opera or a dedicated enthusiast, this is a fun way to watch this springtime comic masterpiece!
Kare 11 Feature
Watch NowMinnesota Opera invited Kare 11 for a special behind the scenes sneak preview of the production of Albert Herring.
New York Times Feature
Read FeatureCheck out the New York Times’ callout in the list of 10 classical music concerts to stream in May.
Behind the Curtain
Watch NowIn Behind the Curtain: Albert Herring, our Associate Conductor and Chorus Master Andrew Whitfield is joined by Conductor Jane Glover…
OperaWire Feature
Read ArticleRead the OperaWire article featuring Albert Herring stars David Portillo & Ellie Dehn.