Jacqueline explores the powerful legacy of the late virtuoso cellist Jacqueline du Pré. Composer Luna Pearl Woolf and Pulitzer Prize-winning librettist Royce Vavrek bring to life the story of the fiercely talented teenage cellist who defied all odds to become the best in the world, only to face a terrifying fight with a mysterious illness at the height of her fame. In this world premiere presented by Toronto’s Tapestry Opera, celebrated soprano Marnie Breckenridge is Jacqueline, and renowned cellist (and former du Pré protégé) Matt Haimovitz plays the role of Jacqueline’s cello.
Jacqueline is inspired by the structure and emotional landscape of Edward Elgar’s Cello Concerto, and connected to the real life story of the then thirteen year old cellist Matt Haimovitz being hand-chosen by du Pré to be her successor. This beautiful and intimate piece for soprano and cello celebrates the magic, tragedy and triumphant legacy of the extraordinary Jacqueline du Pré.
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Jacqueline runs from February 19-23 at the Betty Oliphant Theatre at 404 Jarvis Street. The Craft Brand Co. will be onsite at the Betty Oliphant Theatre offering free beer tasting of their award-winning global beer brands before each performance of Jacqueline.
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Dinner Prix Fix at The Blake House
Bring your Jacqueline ticket to The Blake House on the night of day performance and enjoy a special $37.50 prix fix. The restaurant is located across the street from the theatre at 449 Jarvis Street.
Prix Fix Menu
Appetizers:
Panko Crusted Shrimps
horseradish relish
Wedge Salad
iceberg lettuce, smoked bacon, ripe tomatoes, crumbled blue cheese dressing
Leek & Sweet Potato Soup (vegan/vegetarian)
scallion garnish
Mains:
Seared Atlantic Salmon Fillet
with basmati , spinach and mushroom pilaf, crispy shallots
Smoked Duck Breast
linguine, sweet peas in our white wine garlic cream sauce
House Made Gnocchi (vegan/vegetarian)
with roasted red peppers, ,white wine garlic olive oil
California Cut Striploin $10 surcharge
roasted baby potatoes and french beans topped with a merlot reduction
Dessert:
Toffee Bread Pudding
with chocolate sauce and french bean vanilla ice cream
Classic Creme Brulee
fresh raspberries & blueberries garnish
Price $37.50
