“Hawkins is a ‘Rigoletto’ specialist. He’s played the hunchback jester — prosthesis and all — more than 170 times at opera houses from coast to coast. It would be hard to find someone more certain in the part, or more thoughtful about the frantic twists and turns.”

Denver Post – March 17th, 2014

Appearances:

Also on October 1, 3, 4

Role: Rigoletto

Article: Gordon Hawkins on performing Rigoletto
Review: Vancouver Opera’s latest Rigoletto shines
Review: Rigoletto’s leads bring Vancouver Opera audiences to their feet
Video: Excerpts from Rigoletto at Vancouver Opera

Based on Victor Hugo`s play “Le Roi s`amuse” the story focuses on “the curse” that Monterone places on Rigoletto. After mocking Monterone and his daughter in front of the Duke and his court, Monterone curses Rigoletto to suffer the same cruel fate.

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Past appearances:

Denver reviews:
Review: Opera Colorado opens season with a riveting Rigoletto (examiner)
Opera Colorado puts best foot forward with ‘Rigoletto’ (Daily Camera)
Opera Colorado offers a “Rigoletto” with a resume (The Denver Post)
Opera Colorado’s Rigoletto is sensational, and the house was full! (Opus Colorado)

Also on March 18, 21, 23

Role: Rigoletto

Based on Victor Hugo`s play “Le Roi s`amuse” the story focuses on “the curse” that Monterone places on Rigoletto. After mocking Monterone and his daughter in front of the Duke and his court, Monterone curses Rigoletto to suffer the same cruel fate.

Visit the website of Opera Colorado