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The Knot Garden
120
English
Synopsis
Set in a metaphorical garden, the opera explores relationships among seven characters. Dov and Mel are a gay couple living together. Their relationship faces challenges, but they survive the opera—a rare happy ending for a gay couple in 20th-century opera.
Composer
Michael Tippett (1905–1998)
Lyricist / Librettist / Playwright
Michael Tippett (1905–1998)
Year of composition/publication / premiere
1966/1970
Genre
Opera
LGBTQAI+ category
Gay
Level of centrality
Main character
Characters
Dov, Mel
Voice type
Baritone, Tenor
Pronouns
he/him
Publisher / Rights holder
Schott Music
Where to buy / access the work
Performance materials from Schott Music.
Performance rights
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Official website
Audio recording(s)
Video performance(s)
Keywords