The Rake's Progress is an opera in three acts and an epilogue by Igor Stravinsky. The libretto, based on Eighteenth century engravings by William Hogarth, was written by W. H. Auden and Chester Kallman. It was first performed at the Teatro La Fenice in Venice on 11 September 1951. The moral 1984 London production, staged by John Cox and designed by David Hockney, was a critical success. The Rake's Progress has been performed many times since, in both concert hall and opera house versions. Most recently it was performed at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden as part of their 2015/2016 season. The story of The Rake's Progress is based on the life of the infamous 18th century libertine, Tom Rakewell. After squandering his inheritance on a life of debauchery, Rakewell finds himself committed to an insane asylum. There, he reflects on his wasted life and impending death. The Rake's Progress is considered to be one of Stravinsky's most successful operas. It is noted for its beautiful music, witty lyrics, and clever use of satire. The opera was nominated for the 1952 Pulitzer Prize for Music. The Rake's Progress is one of the most popular operas in the repertoire. In 2013, Opera America listed The Rake's Progress as the most frequently performed American opera.
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