Francesca Caccini's La liberazione di Ruggiero dall'Isola di Alcina, 400th Anniversary Performance
The UCLA Early Music Ensemble, featuring guest artists from L.A. Camerata, will celebrate Early Music Month and Women's History Month with a performance of the first opera composed by a woman. Caccini's Alcina depicts a power struggle between two women—demigodess Melissa and sorceress Alcina—as they battle over Ruggiero and an entire island of enchanted lovers. This performance will include light staging and an ensemble of period instrumentalists. This performance is made possible in part by sponsorship from the Colburn Foundation. FREE ADMISSION.