Messiah
Synopsis
Positioned between opera and theatre, this powerfully accessible interpretation of Handel’s seminal work explores the drama and struggle of faith, showing a bereaved community whose grief at the loss of their leader is transformed into hope through a narrative of resurrection. Inspired by early performances of the work, which were staged in theatres and concert halls rather than churches, including its first performance at Bristol Old Vic in 1782, it is a rare treat for connoisseurs and enthusiasts alike.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nick Wickham
- Screenplay & Story
- Tom Morris
- Original Score
- Georg Friedrich Händel
- Original Title
- Messiah
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Production Studios
- Bristol Old Vic, The Space, BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nick Wickham
Tom Morris
Georg Friedrich Händel
Brett Turnbull
Mark 'Reg' Wrench
Celia Moore, Alison Hargreaves
Department Leadership Roster
Emma Cains
Costume Design
Brett Turnbull
Director of Photography
Celia Moore
Producer
Mark 'Reg' Wrench
Editor
Alison Hargreaves
Producer
Nick Wickham
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Messiah
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What is Messiah about?
Positioned between opera and theatre, this powerfully accessible interpretation of Handel’s seminal work explores the drama and struggle of faith, showing a bereaved community whose grief at the loss of their leader is transformed into hope through a narrative of resurrection. Inspired by early performances of the work, which were staged in theatres and concert halls rather than churches, including its first performance at Bristol Old Vic in 1782, it is a rare treat for connoisseurs and enthusiasts alike.
Who directed Messiah?
Messiah was directed by Nick Wickham.
Who stars in Messiah?
The principal cast of Messiah includes Joshua Ellicott, Brindley Sherratt, Catherine Wyn-Rogers, Henry Ashbee, Jamie Beddard.
When was Messiah released and how long is it?
Messiah was released in 2018 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for Messiah?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Messiah was composed by Georg Friedrich Händel.