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SUMMARY:Madama Butterfly 2024 Bushnell
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable operatic experience as the Connecticut Lyric Opera brings Madama Butterfly to life. Madama Butterfly is one of opera’s most enduring and poignant tales of unrequited love. Composed by Giacomo Puccini\, this tragic masterpiece unfolds against the backdrop of early 20th-century Japan. The story revolves around Cio Cio San\, a young Japanese geisha\, who falls deeply in love with the American naval officer Pinkerton. Their union\, however\, faces cultural clashes\, societal expectations\, and heart-wrenching challenges. Pinkerton arranges a marriage with the fifteen-year-old Cio Cio San\, known as Madam Butterfly. Their passionate union faces heart-wrenching challenges\, leading to a devastating climax. The opera explores themes of tradition\, devotion\, honor\, and justice\, taking audiences on an emotional journey from innocence to acceptance of a destiny dictated by personal honor. Don’t miss this emotional journey set to Puccini’s exquisite music. Reserve your seats now and witness the magic of one of the best OPERAS ever written! \n\nMEET THE CAST: \n\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Kristin Sampson (Cio- Cio- San) \n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Daniel Juarez\, tenor\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Rebecca Almeida (Suzuki)\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Martin Fisher ( Sharpless) \n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Stephen Fredericks ( Uncle Bonzo)\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Jeremy Sivitz ( Yamadori )\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Josaphat Contreras ( Goro)\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Miguel Angel Vasquez (Imperial Commissioner) \n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Kelly Whitesell ( Kate Pinkerton) \n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Stephanie Foster ( Kate Pinkerton) \n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Rachel Abrams (Cio-Cio-San’s Mother) \n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Shaunna Lucas (Aunt) \n				\n		\n\n\nThe Creative Team: \nGiorgio Lalov & Ed Napier (stage direction)\nDara Blackstone (chorus master)\nPatrice Newman (pianist)\nSamuel Oram (pianist) \nAdrian Sylveen (artist director and conductor)
URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/madama-butterfly-hartford/
LOCATION:The Bushnell Performing Arts Center\, 166 Capitol Ave.\, Hartford\, CT\, 06106\, United States
CATEGORIES:2023-2024 CVCO Concert Season,Bushnell Arts Center,Hartford,Operas
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SUMMARY:Saint-Saens: Oratorio de Noël - Christmas Oratorio
DESCRIPTION:Join us on December 17th at 12:30 pm for a performance of the Oratorio de Noël\, Op. 12\, by the renowned composer Camille Saint-Saëns. Presented by the CLO soloists and chorus\, in collaboration with the Connecticut Virtuosi\, this Christmas Oratorio promises to be a mesmerizing musical experience that will leave you filled with the joy and spirit of the holiday season. The Oratorio de Noël is a stunning composition that beautifully captures the essence of the holiday season. With its rich harmonies\, soaring melodies\, and heartfelt lyrics\, this performance will undoubtedly touch your soul and ignite your Christmas spirit. \nSoloists are: Kelly Whitesell\, soprano\, Anna Kelly\, mezzo-soprano\, Emily Gregonis\, mezzo-soprano\, Rebecca de Almeida\, alto\, Seth Allen\, tenor\, John Gibney\, baritone. \nTaking place at the beautiful Cyril & Methodius Church\, this event is a perfect opportunity to gather with friends and family and immerse yourself in the enchanting sounds of Saint-Saëns’ masterpiece. The talented soloists and chorus\, accompanied by the Connecticut Virtuosi\, will transport you to a world of musical brilliance and Christmas magic. \nDon’t miss out on this extraordinary musical event. Mark your calendars for December 17th at 12:30 pm and join us at the Cyril & Methodius Church in Hartford\, Connecticut. Come and celebrate the joy of Christmas with us as we embark on a musical journey through the Oratorio de Noël.
URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/saint-saens-oratorio-de-noel-christmas-oratorio/
LOCATION:Cyril and Methodius Church\, 63 Popieluszko Court\, Hartford\, Connecticut\, 06106
CATEGORIES:2023-2024 CVCO Concert Season,Hartford,Operas
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SUMMARY:Connecticut Lyric Opera 20th Anniversary Concert
DESCRIPTION:This special event will feature the most memorable moments from the operas performed by the Connecticut Lyric Opera Company over the past two decades\, such as Faust\, Tosca\, Boheme\, Oniegin\, to name the few. \nYou will have the opportunity to relive the highlights of our shared history\, performed by your most-loved singers Daniel Juarez\, Jurate Švedaitė\, Steved Frederiks\, Stefan Szkafarowsky\, Robert Garner\, Stephanie Foster\, along with Maestro Sylveen and the Connecticut Virtuosi. We would be truly honored if you could join us for this celebration of our own journey. \n20 ANNIVERSARY OF THE CONNECTICUT LYRIC OPERA CONCERT PROGRAM: \nMarriage of Figaro\, overture – W.A.Mozart (1756-1791) \nGianni Schicchi\, O mio babbino caro – G.Puccini (1858-1924)\nStephanie Foster \nBarber of Seville\, La Calunnia – G.Rossini(1792-1868)\nSteven Fredericks \nEugene Onegin\, Prince Gremin’s Aria – P.I.Tchaikovsky( 1840-1893)\nStefan Szkafarovsky \nTosca\, E lucevan le stelle – G.Puccini(1858-1924)\nDaniel Juarez \nCarmen\, Votre Toast ( Toreador song) – G.Bizet(1838-1875)\nRobert Garner \nRigoletto\, Act 3 quartet – G.Verdi(1813-1901)\nDaniel Juarez\, Laura Kate Garner\, Jurate Svedaite\, Robert Garner \nTosca\, Vissi d’arte\, vissi d’amore – G.Puccini (1858-1924)\nJurate Svedaite \nFaust\, prelude – Ch.Gounod( 1818-1893) \nLa Bohème\, Act 3 quartet – G.Puccini (1858-1924)\nDaniel Juarez\, Jurate Svedaite\, Stephanie Foster\, Robert Gatner \nLa Bohème Vecchia zimmara\, senti – Puccini (1858-1924)\nStefan Szkafarowsky \nEugene Onegin\, Act 3 Finale duet – P.I.Tchaikovsky( 1840-1893)\nRobert Garner\, Jurate Svedaite \nCosì Fan Tutte\, Soave sia il vento – W.A.Mozart(1756-1791)\nLaura Kate Garner\, Stephanie Foster\, Robert Garner \nLa Traviata\, Brindisi – G.Verdi (1813-1901)\nDaniel Juarez\, Jurate Svedaite & Co. \n\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Daniel Juarez\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Jurate Svedaite\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Stefan Szkafarowsky\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Robert Garner\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Adrian Sylveen\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Steven Frederiks
URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/clo-20th-aniverary/
LOCATION:Bushnell Arts Center @ the First Presbyterian\, 136 Capitol Ave\, Hartford\, CT\, 06106
CATEGORIES:2023-2024 CVCO Concert Season,Hartford,New London - CT,Operas
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