29/01/2026
Mezzo soprano Dara Savinova sings the role of Licinio in Porsile's seldom performed opera Spartaco in a concert performance at Barokkfest 2026 this evening, with Orkester Nord conducted by Martin Wåhlberg.
The performance takes place at Frimurerlogen Hall in Trondheim at 7:30pm.
"The slave revolt led by gladiator Spartaco against the Roman Empire has never ceased to fascinate and intrigue generations of authors and artists. In this opera from 1726, the Neapolitan composer Porsile offers a striking take on the story of Spartacus which is unique for its time."
The full cast is:
Spartaco, Luigi Morassi
Vetturia, Sophie Junker
Gianisbe, Margherita Maria Sala
Licinio, Dara Savinova
Popilio, José Maria Lo Monaco
Rodope, Natalie Perez
Trasone, Håvard Stensvold