Scorpions’ Sting, The: An Egyptian Myth
Classification added April 27, 2017Premiered June 23, 2006
Toronto, Canada. Canadian Opera Company
Composer:
Dean Burry
Original Language:
English
Librettist:
Dean Burry
Description:
Opera in One Act
Notes:
Inspired by Plutarch’s writings on Egyptian religion
Time Period:
Present day; Ancient Egypt
Place:
Egyptian desert
Classification key
- L – Leading
- F – Featured
- S – Supporting
- B – Solo Bit
- CB – Chorus Bit
- MB – Mute Bit
| Role | Voice Part | Classification |
|---|---|---|
| Sally Smith/Isis | Soprano | L |
| Molly Brown/Nephthys/Tahemet | Mezzo Soprano | L |
| David Sands/Osiris/Scorpions | Baritone | L |
| Professor Hornsby/Set | Tenor | F |
Minimum Chorus: No chorus