The Last Tape

Music by Marcel Mihalovici, words by Samuel Beckett, rearranged by Andrew Synott

Conor Lovett and Mark Padmore in rehearsal. photo by Ewa Figazewska

A hybrid performance of the opera by Marcel Mihalovici and Samuel Beckett based on his play Krapp’s Last Tape in a new arrangment by Andrew Synott.

Directed by Judy Hegarty Lovett

Featuring singer Mark Padmore and actor Conor Lovett.

Conducted by Elaine Kelly

Set design by Jesse Jones

Sound design by Mel Mercier

Lighting design by Simon Bennison

Costume design by Valentina Gambardella

Produced by Megan Riordan and Gare St Lazare Ireland.

World premiere at Kilkenny Arts Festival 2026.

13 & 14 August at Watergate Theatre.

A work in progress presentation took place at New Music Dublin on 19th April 2026.

Supported by The Arts Council.