Following this success she created I have missed you forever, a new production for DNO, further exploring collaborative process in opera, that premiered at ITA during the Opera Forward Festival 2022. She made her main stage debut at Dutch National opera in 2020 with a new creation: Faust (“an important contribution to the renewal of the genre of musical theatre: away from the museum right into the middle of social actuality” (Bachtrack). Lisenka Heijboer Castañón is a young Dutch-Peruvian director and theatre maker.

In his adaptation of Animal Farm, Raskatov has infused his own personal allusions to Russia’s complex political history (and reality). What similarities can we draw between the story of Animal Farm and today’s world? Can opera, as an art form, be used to address current societal issues? And how do the artists behind the opera reflect on their work in the context of today’s social and political climate?įollowing the discussion, live music from the opera will be performed by cast members from the production Marcel Beekman and Francis van Broekhuizen.Īlexander Raskatov (1953) is a highly acclaimed Russian composer. In this episode of Behind the libretto, programme editor Isabel Sheridan and her guests will delve into the central themes of the opera and their relevance to contemporary society. Happy Rolph's Animal Farm offers a tranquil and unique setting.‘All animals are equal but some are more equal than others’: Animal Farm is an operatic adaptation of George Orwell’s classic novel, depicting the struggles of farm animals as they overthrow their human ruler and ultimately fall under the control of a new leader from their own ranks. You can donate directly to animal care at Happy Rolph's online.

Nature trail and 9/11 Memorial Walkway Trail.

The animal area and washrooms are closed.

Offseason (mid-October to mid-May): Greenspace - dawn to dusk.

Fall hours (Labour Day to mid-October): Greenspace - dawn to dusk Animal area - 10 a.m.

Summer hours (mid-May to Labour Day): Greenspace - dawn to dusk Animal area - 10 a.m.

Park visiting hours are from dawn until dusk each day. Farm animals are available to view: The park also features a playground, pavilion and walking trails to explore. You can enjoy quiet seating and viewing areas on the shores of Lake Ontario or alongside two ponds.

Visitors can enjoy opportunities to see a variety of farm animals up close and experience diverse birds and plants, all in a natural, outdoor setting. Located at 650 Read Rd., Happy Rolph's Animal Farm provides a fun, free animal viewing and park exploration experience for all ages!

Catharines owns and operates Happy Rolph's Animal Farm. Photo Gallery: Happy Rolph's will appear here on the public site.

Animal farm farm