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hikikomori! (2021)

A chamber opera in three acts

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hikikomori! is Zygmund de Somogyi's first opera, commissioned by Nigel and Sue Masters of Opera in Oborne.

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hikikomori! explores self-isolation, grief, healing, and returning to new and possibly more fearful society. The libretto - written by the composer and inspired by indie psychological-horror video game OMORI - depicts the mind of a young shut-in boy, navigating a dream world alongside manifestations of his childhood friends to uncover a hidden, tragic truth.

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hikikomori! premieres on 4 April 2022, 15:30 at St. Cuthbert's Church in Oborne, Dorset (see poster) - more details can be found below.

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The premiere will be preceded by a talk by the composer, facilitated by artistic director Susanna Stranders.

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Tickets are £10 - contact Opera in Oborne at 01935 817194 or email info@operainoborne.org to reserve your place. Limited capacity.
 

hikikomori!

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Commissioner: Nigel Masters

Premiere: 4 April 2022, 15:30

St. Cuthbert's Church, Oborne, Dorset (UK)

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Composer: Zygmund de Somogyi

Libretto: Zygmund de Somogyi

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Artistic Director: Susanna Stranders

Costume/Set Design: Siobhan Chapman

Artwork: Anna Thorpe

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PERFORMERS

Katy Thomson

Kieran Rayner

Iúnó Connolly

Liam Bonthrone

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Michelle Santiago

NARRATOR / MARI

HERO

AUBREY

KEL / THE KEEPER

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Piano

Tickets for the premiere: £10 (FREE FOR THOSE OF SCHOOL AGE)

Contact Nigel Masters / Opera in Oborne to reserve your place

Limited capacity

Email: info@operainoborne.org

Tel: 01935 817194