Rinaldo is regarded by critics as one of Handel's greatest operas. Of its individual numbers, the soprano aria "Lascia ch'io pianga" has become a particular favourite, and is a popular concert piece.

George-Friedrich Handel (1685 - 1759): Rinaldo Opera seria in three acts Created at the Haymarket in London on February 24, 1711 Direction and scenography: Claire Dancoisne Assisted by: Marie ...

Rinaldo plot summary, character breakdowns, context and analysis, and performance video clips.

Goffredo and his brother Eustazio discover the distraught Rinaldo. Eustazio suggests seeking the help of a Christian sorcerer who lives in a cave at the foot of a mountain.

Browse through all arias, ensembles and roles from the opera Rinaldo by Georg Handel. With links to the scenes with movies and more information.

Robert Carsen’s Rinaldo was Glyndebourne’s first ever staging of the opera. The production premiered in Festival 2011, and was revived in the 2014 and 2019 Festival.

Rinaldo (footballer, born 1975), full name Rinaldo Santana dos Santos, Brazilian football striker Rinaldo di Jenne (1199 or c. 1185–1261), who later became Pope Alexander IV