The Beggar's Opera
An NSO Chorus touring production.
A boisterous story of 18th century London lowlife, complete with pickpockets, prostitutes and highwaymen. John Gay filched songs by Handel, Purcell and others, as well as popular tunes of the day (Lillibulero, Greensleeves, Over the Hills and Far Away… ).
“The real star of the show was the NSO Chorus itself. Throughout the evening they offered unflagging energy, spirit and unified ensemble” Sussex Express
John Gay
May 2014
All Saints Centre, Lewes
The Birley Centre, Eastbourne
Hurstpierpoint Village Hall
NSO company and chorus
NSO Players
Conductor Nick Milner-Gulland
Director Tony Baker
Costumes Barbara Campbell
The Beggar Paul Walker
Macheath Sebastian Charlesworth
Polly Rachel Farago
Lucy Siân Griffiths
Peachum Jason Crook
Mrs Peachum Fiona Wilson
Lockit Richard Fisher
Mrs Trapes Sarah Soutar
Filch Jake Wilson
Matt Dave Roberts