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The opera "Angelica" by Nicola Porpora, one of the leading composers of the Neapolitan school of music, was composed as an occasion music for the celebration of a festive event at the court, and the script was the first work of the playwright Metastasio. It is also known as the work in which Carlo Broschi, a castrato who later gained fame as "Farinelli," made his debut as a singer. The music of Porpora, who was considered a rival of Handel's during his London period and studied under Haydn during his Vienna period, is full of gorgeous colors and rich musical ideas. The production, stage design, and costumes are by renowned clothing designer Gianluca Falaschi. The cast of singers includes Ekaterina Bakanova as the title role and Teresa Iervolino as Orlando, and La Lilla di Orfeo (led by Raffaele Pae) will perform with great energy and lyricism under the baton of master musician Federico Maria Sardelli, who is active mainly in ancient music performance. The performance will be performed under the baton of master musician Federico Maria Sardelli. (C)RS