Joyce DiDonato gives a sensational performance as Mary, Queen of Scots, in Donizetti’s bel canto drama, opposite Elza van den Heever as Queen Elizabeth. This Live in HD presentation of David McVicar’s acclaimed 2012 production also stars Matthew Polenzani as Leicester, the man caught between the rival queens. Maurizio Benini conducts.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Joyce DiDonatoMary Stuart | Mary Stuart |
 Elza van den HeeverQueen Elizabeth I | Queen Elizabeth I |
 Matthew RoseLort Talbot | Lort Talbot |
| JJoshua HopkinsLord Cecil | Lord Cecil |
 Matthew PolenzaniRobert, Earl of Leicester | Robert, Earl of Leicester |
 Maria ZifchakHanna Kennedy | Hanna Kennedy |
 Maurizio BeniniSelf - Conductor | Self - Conductor |