The Secret Life of Vivaldi

Discover the extraordinary story of the remarkable rise of Antonio Vivaldi – from baker’s son to “Europe’s greatest composer” – in the world premiere of a unique event combining live orchestra, choir and starring acclaimed actor Miltos Yerolemou (Game of Thrones, Star Wars) as Vivaldi.

What was the truth about the mysterious life of Vivaldi? What was the scandal involving Vivaldi and the beautiful prima donna, Anna Giro? Why was Vivaldi banned from Ferrara by the Archbishop of the city? Why did the Patrician families of 18th century Venice regard Vivaldi with so much suspicion and contempt? What made “Europe’s greatest composer” die in poverty, a broken man, far away from his home in Venice?

“Miltos Yerolemou is a fantastic actor – he brings Vivaldi to life! I think people will be fascinated by the trials and tribulation of Vivaldi’s life and his character.” Roger Huckle, Music Director of Bristol Ensemble

Featuring many rarely-performed works, including stunning excerpts from his choral masterpieces – Nisi Dominus, Credo, Stabat Mater, Juditha Triumphans, and operas like Orlando, Arsilda, Otone in Villa and Dorilla in Tempe, plus breathtaking music from his opuses such as La Stravaganza and La Cetra – and tantalising highlights from the most popular music in the world, Le Quattro Stagioni.

Join the Bristol Ensemble, Fitzhardinge Consort and Miltos Yerolemou for an evening of Vivaldi’s spine-tingling music, combined with astounding revelations about his life on the occasion of the 300th anniversary of the publication of The Four Seasons.

We are very grateful to Paragon Music Trust for the financial support that they have given us for this event. Do take a moment to visit their website (via the QR code) to read how you might help the Trust to support more music-making in the area.