Manchester Theatre News & Reviews
In Conversation with CLAIRE LEES discussing Opera North's Susanna at Lowry
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We chatted to Claire Lees who is appearing in Opera North's production, Susanna coming to Lowry, Salford on Friday 14th November 2025. Karen Ryder asks the questions.|
Opera North as well as touching solo arias.
All performances include integrated visual vernacular (physical performance drawing on sign language, mime and theatre techniques).
Age recommendation: 12+, contains references to adult themes including sexual abuse and bullying
Runtime: Approximately 2 hours 20 minutes,
Language: Sung in English with English subtitles. Includes elements of creatively integrated BSL
Here is more info about what to expect: there will be a deaf/BSL performer on stage who will be providing a perspective on the action. There will be no signing of the entirety of the action or words, only an interpretation of the action via a specific character's point of view. Alongside the deaf/BSL performer, the chorus will also work with visual vernacular and provide some of the narrative. It is intended that this in the round will give a unique experience to deaf audiences and potentially a new way to experience work.
