BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Connecticut Virtuosi - ECPv6.2.9//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://thevirtuosi.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Connecticut Virtuosi REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251128T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251128T193000 DTSTAMP:20260424T162936 CREATED:20250903T160254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T165143Z UID:11980-1764358200-1764358200@thevirtuosi.org SUMMARY:Opera PAGLIACCI by Leoncavallo DESCRIPTION:Buy Tickets \nRuggero Leoncavallo’s Pagliacci is a gripping masterpiece that blends raw emotion\, unforgettable music\, and timeless drama. Audiences should not miss the chance to experience what resonates across generations: love\, betrayal\, jealousy\, and revenge—all set within a traveling performing troupe. The famous aria “Vesti la giubba\,” where the lead character Canio sings of hiding heartbreak behind a painted smile\, is one of the most iconic moments in operatic history. \nPagliacci is a perfect entry point for newcomers to opera and a thrilling favorite for seasoned fans. Its compact structure—just two acts—makes for a fast-paced\, emotionally intense evening. The music is lush and dramatic\, with soaring melodies and gripping orchestration that heighten every twist of the plot. Visually\, productions of Pagliacci often feature vibrant costumes that contrast the colourful world of performers with the dark undercurrents of their personal lives. It’s a story that asks: what happens when the mask comes off? \nWhether you’re drawn by the music\, the drama\, or the spectacle\, Pagliacci offers a cathartic\, unforgettable experience. It’s not just opera—it’s human emotion laid bare\, and it will leave you breathless. \n\nCAST: \n\n \n \n \n \n Don José: Jax Hassler\n \n \n \n \n \n Frasquita: Emily Tate Daniel\n \n \n \n \n \n Jonathan R. Green (Tonio)\n \n \n \n \n \n Eliam Ramos (Silvio)\n \n \n \n \n \n Mario De La Garza (Beppe)\n \n \n\nDirector: Rosemarie Danziger\nBorn in Copenhagen\, Denmark\, Rosemarie Danziger studied at the Rubin Academy of Music in Jerusalem and the Hartt College of Music in Connecticut. She earned her degree in Theater from Cornell University and worked as a playwright at the Tåstrup Theater in Denmark while continuing to perform in concerts and operas. She collaborated with major Danish orchestras\, including the Sjællands Symphony\, Danish Radio Symphony\, and Aarhus Symphony. In 1989\, she moved to Canada\, performing with the Orchestra London\, McGill Orchestra\, and Edmonton Symphony. Since settling there\, she has toured extensively across Europe\, appearing in cities such as Mannheim\, Freiburg\, Hamburg\, Graz\, Basel\, Budapest\, and Gdańsk. She has sung under renowned conductors like Rafael Frühbeck de Burgos\, Walter Weller\, Donald Runnicles\, Jun Märkl\, Nir Kabaretti\, and Leon Botstein. Her repertoire spans operatic roles by Mozart\, Richard Strauss\, Verdi\, and Puccini\, as well as classic operettas by Johann Strauss\, Emmerich Kálmán\, and Franz Lehár. She has also performed widely in recitals and concerts. In 2014\, Danziger co-founded the non-profit Vienna-Tel Aviv Vocal Connection (VTAVC) with Maestro David Aronson and Sylvia Greenberg. VTAVC supports emerging professional singers by producing fully staged operas with leading Israeli orchestras. Since 2023\, the Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra\, led by Maestro Julian Rachlin\, has been VTAVC’s exclusive partner. Her recent directing and production work includes Mozart’s Le nozze di Figaro and Don Giovanni\, Strauss’s Die Fledermaus\, Pergolesi’s La serva padrona\, Ullmann’s Der Kaiser von Atlantis\, and The Impresario. She has worked with orchestras such as the Israel Chamber Orchestra\, Haifa Symphony\, and Israel Sinfonietta Beer Sheva. Danziger also teaches acting techniques and mentors professional singers. \nAdrian Sylveen\nAward-winning musician\, Adrian Sylveen enjoys a performing career in the United States and Europe. He is a founder and artistic director of the Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra (USA) and the Greve Opera Academy and Chamber Music Festival (Italy). He also appears frequently with Teatro Lirico D’Europa (USA) and Camerata Gdynia (Poland). Mr. Sylveen has conducted approximately 35 operatic titles and has an extensive orchestral and oratorio repertoire. He has conducted and performed concerts in the United States\, Poland\, Italy\, Israel\, Cuba\, Switzerland\, Germany\, Austria\, and the former Soviet Union. Between 2004-2024\, Mr. Sylveen was a co-founder\, artistic director\, and the principal conductor of the Connecticut Lyric Opera. He worked with such ensembles as Israeli Chamber Orchestra\, Olsztyn Philharmonic\, Elbląg Chamber Orchestra\, Classical Orchestra of Piła (Poland)\, Associazione Il Contrappunto (Italy)\, Holguín Symphony Orchestra (Cuba)\, Orchestra da Camera di Greve-In-Chianti (Italy)\, Central Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra\, the New Britain Chorale\, Coro di teatro Garibaldi\, Chór Akademii Staszica (Piła\, Poland)\, among others. A winner of many prizes in Europe and the United States\, he received the American Council for Polish Culture Primus Inter Pares Award from the President of the Republic of Poland and received permanent US residence for “Extraordinary Abilities in the Arts”. Mr. Sylveen holds Master of Music and Artist Diploma degrees from the Yale University School of Music; he is also a graduate of the Paderewski Music Academy in Poznan\, Poland (diploma with distinction). During the school years\, he participated in several international Festivals in Weimar\, Łancut\, Żagań\, and others. A dedicated music educator and community activist\, Sylveen is on the faculty of the Virtuosi Music Academy and Summer Music Festival\, Greve Opera Academy\, and works with a community “Moniuszko” Choir. \n\nGreve Opera Academy\nFounded in 2015\, the Greve Opera Academy and Music Festival is a collaborative effort between the American performing organization Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra\, and the municipality of Greve-in-Chianti in the province of Florence. The inaugural festival featured a fully staged production of Le Nozze di Figaro performed in the Teatro Boito in Greve\, the Teatro Niccolini in San Casciano and in the public square – Piazza Metteotti – of Greve\, as well as additional performances in Greve and else wherei. 2016 saw performances of “La Boheme” in Greve and San Gimignano and of “Don Giovanni” in Greve\, with additional concerts and recitals in Florence and Greve; and 2017 saw performances of both “Tosca” and “Cosi fan Tutte” in San Gimignano and Greve\, with additional concerts and recitals in Florence and Greve. In the first three seasons\, attendees have come from the US\, Italy\, Canada\, China\, Austria\, Poland\, Cypress and Australia. \n\nConnecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra\nEstablished in 1997\, the Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra is Connecticut’s premier professional chamber orchestra\, based in the Greater New Britain area\, and dedicated to presenting both traditional and contemporary works to the public. As artists\, the Virtuosi strive to be cultural leaders and teachers and to inspire our audiences to recognize the beauty and quality of classical music in any form. \nThe Orchestra\, led by founder and artistic director Adrian Sylveen\, presents approximately ten critically acclaimed concert and opera programs each season. Virtuosi also presents eight school concerts for the New Britain Department of Education. The group performs thirty times a season in New Britain\, Hartford\, New London\, Middletown\, New York\, and Waterbury. Virtuosi also presented occasional concerts in Mystic\, Meriden\, New York City\, and Pennsylvania. URL:https://thevirtuosi.org/event/opera-pagliacci-by-leoncavallo/ LOCATION:Santo Fragilio Performing Arts Center\, 200 LaRosa Lane\, Middletown\, CT\, 06457 CATEGORIES:2025-2026 Season,Middletown,Operas ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thevirtuosi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Pagliacci-2-1536x1238-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251126T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251126T193000 DTSTAMP:20260424T162936 CREATED:20251009T113200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T204713Z UID:12040-1764185400-1764185400@thevirtuosi.org SUMMARY:Opera PAGLIACCI by Leoncavallo DESCRIPTION:FOR TICKETS\, CLICK HERE >>> \nVIRTUOSI OPERA PRESENTS: Ruggero Leoncavallo’s Pagliacci\, a gripping masterpiece that blends raw emotion\, unforgettable music\, and timeless drama. Audiences should not miss the chance to experience what resonates across generations: love\, betrayal\, jealousy\, and revenge—all set within a traveling performing troupe. The famous aria “Vesti la giubba\,” where the lead character Canio sings of hiding heartbreak behind a painted smile\, is one of the most iconic moments in operatic history. \nPagliacci is a perfect entry point for newcomers to opera and a thrilling favorite for seasoned fans. Its compact structure—just two acts—makes for a fast-paced\, emotionally intense evening. The music is lush and dramatic\, with soaring melodies and gripping orchestration that heighten every twist of the plot. Visually\, productions of Pagliacci often feature vibrant costumes that contrast the colourful world of performers with the dark undercurrents of their personal lives. It’s a story that asks: what happens when the mask comes off? \nWhether you’re drawn by the music\, the drama\, or the spectacle\, Pagliacci offers a cathartic\, unforgettable experience. It’s not just opera—it’s human emotion laid bare\, and it will leave you breathless. \n\nCAST: \n\n \n \n \n \n Don José: Jax Hassler\n \n \n \n \n \n Frasquita: Emily Tate Daniel\n \n \n \n \n \n Jonathan R. Green (Tonio)\n \n \n \n \n \n Eliam Ramos (Silvio)\n \n \n \n \n \n Mario De La Garza (Beppe)\n \n \n\nDirector: Rosemarie Danziger\nBorn in Copenhagen\, Denmark\, Rosemarie Danziger studied at the Rubin Academy of Music in Jerusalem and the Hartt College of Music in Connecticut. She earned her degree in Theater from Cornell University and worked as a playwright at the Tåstrup Theater in Denmark while continuing to perform in concerts and operas. She collaborated with major Danish orchestras\, including the Sjællands Symphony\, Danish Radio Symphony\, and Aarhus Symphony. In 1989\, she moved to Canada\, performing with the Orchestra London\, McGill Orchestra\, and Edmonton Symphony. Since settling there\, she has toured extensively across Europe\, appearing in cities such as Mannheim\, Freiburg\, Hamburg\, Graz\, Basel\, Budapest\, and Gdańsk. She has sung under renowned conductors like Rafael Frühbeck de Burgos\, Walter Weller\, Donald Runnicles\, Jun Märkl\, Nir Kabaretti\, and Leon Botstein. Her repertoire spans operatic roles by Mozart\, Richard Strauss\, Verdi\, and Puccini\, as well as classic operettas by Johann Strauss\, Emmerich Kálmán\, and Franz Lehár. She has also performed widely in recitals and concerts. In 2014\, Danziger co-founded the non-profit Vienna-Tel Aviv Vocal Connection (VTAVC) with Maestro David Aronson and Sylvia Greenberg. VTAVC supports emerging professional singers by producing fully staged operas with leading Israeli orchestras. Since 2023\, the Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra\, led by Maestro Julian Rachlin\, has been VTAVC’s exclusive partner. Her recent directing and production work includes Mozart’s Le nozze di Figaro and Don Giovanni\, Strauss’s Die Fledermaus\, Pergolesi’s La serva padrona\, Ullmann’s Der Kaiser von Atlantis\, and The Impresario. She has worked with orchestras such as the Israel Chamber Orchestra\, Haifa Symphony\, and Israel Sinfonietta Beer Sheva. Danziger also teaches acting techniques and mentors professional singers. \nAdrian Sylveen\nAward-winning musician\, Adrian Sylveen enjoys a performing career in the United States and Europe. He is a founder and artistic director of the Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra (USA) and the Greve Opera Academy and Chamber Music Festival (Italy). He also appears frequently with Teatro Lirico D’Europa (USA) and Camerata Gdynia (Poland). Mr. Sylveen has conducted approximately 35 operatic titles and has an extensive orchestral and oratorio repertoire. He has conducted and performed concerts in the United States\, Poland\, Italy\, Israel\, Cuba\, Switzerland\, Germany\, Austria\, and the former Soviet Union. Between 2004-2024\, Mr. Sylveen was a co-founder\, artistic director\, and the principal conductor of the Connecticut Lyric Opera. He worked with such ensembles as Israeli Chamber Orchestra\, Olsztyn Philharmonic\, Elbląg Chamber Orchestra\, Classical Orchestra of Piła (Poland)\, Associazione Il Contrappunto (Italy)\, Holguín Symphony Orchestra (Cuba)\, Orchestra da Camera di Greve-In-Chianti (Italy)\, Central Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra\, the New Britain Chorale\, Coro di teatro Garibaldi\, Chór Akademii Staszica (Piła\, Poland)\, among others. A winner of many prizes in Europe and the United States\, he received the American Council for Polish Culture Primus Inter Pares Award from the President of the Republic of Poland and received permanent US residence for “Extraordinary Abilities in the Arts”. Mr. Sylveen holds Master of Music and Artist Diploma degrees from the Yale University School of Music; he is also a graduate of the Paderewski Music Academy in Poznan\, Poland (diploma with distinction). During the school years\, he participated in several international Festivals in Weimar\, Łancut\, Żagań\, and others. A dedicated music educator and community activist\, Sylveen is on the faculty of the Virtuosi Music Academy and Summer Music Festival\, Greve Opera Academy\, and works with a community “Moniuszko” Choir. \n\nGreve Opera Academy\nFounded in 2015\, the Greve Opera Academy and Music Festival is a collaborative effort between the American performing organization Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra\, and the municipality of Greve-in-Chianti in the province of Florence. The inaugural festival featured a fully staged production of Le Nozze di Figaro performed in the Teatro Boito in Greve\, the Teatro Niccolini in San Casciano and in the public square – Piazza Metteotti – of Greve\, as well as additional performances in Greve and else wherei. 2016 saw performances of “La Boheme” in Greve and San Gimignano and of “Don Giovanni” in Greve\, with additional concerts and recitals in Florence and Greve; and 2017 saw performances of both “Tosca” and “Cosi fan Tutte” in San Gimignano and Greve\, with additional concerts and recitals in Florence and Greve. In the first three seasons\, attendees have come from the US\, Italy\, Canada\, China\, Austria\, Poland\, Cypress and Australia. \n\nConnecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra\nEstablished in 1997\, the Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra is Connecticut’s premier professional chamber orchestra\, based in the Greater New Britain area\, and dedicated to presenting both traditional and contemporary works to the public. As artists\, the Virtuosi strive to be cultural leaders and teachers and to inspire our audiences to recognize the beauty and quality of classical music in any form. \nThe Orchestra\, led by founder and artistic director Adrian Sylveen\, presents approximately ten critically acclaimed concert and opera programs each season. Virtuosi also presents eight school concerts for the New Britain Department of Education. The group performs thirty times a season in New Britain\, Hartford\, New London\, Middletown\, New York\, and Waterbury. Virtuosi also presented occasional concerts in Mystic\, Meriden\, New York City\, and Pennsylvania. \n\nPerformance supported by: the Frank Loomis Palmer Fund URL:https://thevirtuosi.org/event/opera-pagliacci-by-leoncavallo-3/ LOCATION:Garde Arts Center\, 325 State St.\, New London\, CT\, 06320\, United States CATEGORIES:2025-2026 Season,2025-2026 Season,Middletown,New London,Operas ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thevirtuosi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Virtuosi-Opera-LOGO-e1763153139793.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra":MAILTO:info@thevirtuosi.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T150000 DTSTAMP:20260424T162936 CREATED:20240911T164902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T113337Z UID:11497-1731855600-1731855600@thevirtuosi.org SUMMARY:PUCCINI: LA BOHEME DESCRIPTION:  \n \nPRESENTS: \nCELEBRATE the 100th ANNIVERSARY of Giacomo PUCCINI’S LEGACY! An INTERNATIONAL cast of winners from the USA\, Korea\, Armenia\, and MET singers in NYC will bring his masterpiece to life. Don’t miss the Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra’s dazzling production in collaboration with the TEATRO LIRICO D’EUROPA! Puccini’s legacy endures through his masterful operas\, which continue to captivate global audiences with their emotional depth and melodic beauty. His innovative orchestration and dramatic storytelling have cemented him as a pivotal figure in the evolution of opera. \n\nFOR TICKETS\, PLEASE CLICK HERE >>> or call the GMCA & (860) 918-8971\nPerformance is at Santo Fragilio Performing Arts Center\, 200 LaRosa Lane\, Middletown \n\nThe CAST: \nMimi – Gayane Ghambaryan (Armenia)*\nRodolfo – Daniel Juarez (USA)\nMarcello – Cheoncho Lee (Korea)*\nMusetta – Hannah Wolfe (USA)*\nColline – Gregory Sheppard\nSchaunard – Wayne Artur\nBenoit/Alcindoro – Stefan Szkafarowsky (USA) \nStage Director – Carlos Conde\nSets and Costumes – Teatro Lirico D’Europa\nArtistic Director & Conductor – Adrian Sylveen \n* Young Artists of the 2024 Greve Opera Academy \nPerformed in Italian\, with English subtitles. \n\n \n \n \n \n Gayane Ghambaryan\n \n \n \n \n \n Daniel Juarez\, tenor\n \n \n \n \n \n Cheoncho Lee\, Baritone\n \n \n \n \n \n Stefan Szkafarowsky\, bass\n \n \n \n \n \n Gregory Sheppard\, bass-baritone\n \n \n \n \n \n Hannah Wolfe\, soprano\n \n \n \n \n \n Wayne Arthur\, baritone\n \n \n\n\nFOR TICKETS\, PLEASE CLICK HERE >>> or call the GMCA & (860) 918-8971 \n\nThis most famous opera\, Giacomo Puccini’s La Bohème is a poignant drama capturing the essence of Bohemian life in Paris. It narrates the tragic romance between Rodolfo\, a poet\, and Mimì\, a seamstress\, set against a backdrop of poverty and artistic aspiration. The opera\, with its memorable arias\, is celebrated for its emotive power and lush melodies. La Bohème remains a staple in the opera world\, resonating with audiences for its portrayal of love\, friendship\, and the bitter-sweetness of life. URL:https://thevirtuosi.org/event/puccini-la-boheme-middletown/ LOCATION:Santo Fragilio Performing Arts Center\, 200 LaRosa Lane\, Middletown\, CT\, 06457 CATEGORIES:2024-2025 Season,Middletown,Operas ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thevirtuosi.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/web-slide-BOHEME-v2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T193000 DTSTAMP:20260424T162936 CREATED:20240327T002856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T020138Z UID:11155-1717270200-1717270200@thevirtuosi.org SUMMARY:Madama Butterfly - 2024 DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin 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! \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\nThe Creative Team: \nGiorgio Lalov (stage director)\nEd Napier (assistant stage director)\nDara Blackstone (chorus master)\nPatrice Newman (pianist)\nSamuel Oram (pianist) \nAdrian Sylveen (artist director and conductor) \n\nTickets for BUTTERFLY – Middletown performance >>> \nSell tickets online with Ticketleap URL:https://thevirtuosi.org/event/butterfly-middletown/ LOCATION:Santo Fragilio Performing Arts Center\, 200 LaRosa Lane\, Middletown\, CT\, 06457 CATEGORIES:2023-2024 CVCO Concert Season,Middletown,Operas ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thevirtuosi.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/54458_166727700012791_7718439_o-e1709059581980.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Lyric Opera":MAILTO:info@ctlyricopera.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR