The Choir of the Cathedral of the Madeleine

Benjamin Britten’s Noye’s Fludde (Noah’s Flood) is a creative and engaging one-act opera meant for a large cast of children, this performance features the students of The Madeleine Choir School along with The Choir of the Cathedral of the Madeleine in the adult roles. The work is a colorful pageant where children play all of the animal roles. The opera is based on one of the famous medieval Chester mystery plays, dating back to the 15th century. With its familiar story, interesting costumes, multiple parts of musical participation, including the audience, this work has something for everyone.