Monteverdi's 'L'incoronazione di Poppea'

When Emperor Nero falls obsessively in love with the ambitious Poppea, their toxic romance becomes Rome’s ultimate power play. She’s ruthless, he’s unhinged, and together they’re unstoppable. Around them: gossiping servants, doomed philosophers, vengeful wives, scheming exes, and a chorus of opportunists, all pulled into the chaos of Poppea’s ascent.

As Ancient Rome collides with modern decadence, and marble deities oversee a glittering empire of excess and golden opulence, two people’s all-consuming lust can bring down an empire. With pace, punch, and panache, this is opera with teeth – and even the Gods can’t look away.

Ashley Pearson's production will be as absorbing, engaging and provocative as her acclaimed 'Agrippina' (in its way a prequel to 'Poppea') for HGO in 2023.