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SUMMARY:ORGAN @ CYRIL: Easter Music Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Featuring Historic 1938 Austin Pipe Organ \n\nIn Program: \nEaster Songs for Chorus\, organ & Strings\nwith the Moniuszko Choir \nPerformance by the Students\nof the Virtuosi Music Academy \nSelection of works for Organ and Voice\nwith mezzo-soprano Rebecca Almeida \nProgram sponsored in part by Marjorie Jolidon Fund at the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving \n\n \nMoniuszko Choir\nBrazilian Mezzo-Soprano Rebecca de Almeida brings an exhilarating presence and transparent energy to the stage. A native of Rio de Janeiro\, Brazil\, Rebecca has performed a wide variety of roles throughout the US and Europe. Rebecca Almeida’s achievements include 1st prize at XXVI Concurso Latino Americano Rosa Mística\, II Concurso Nacional Jovem Destaque\, two times winner of ‘Concurso Villa Lobos’ as well as 2nd prize at 20º Concurso de Piano ArtLivre – Prova Estímulo\, performances at renowned venues such as Teatro Municipal de Niterói and CCBB in Brasil\, and The Garde at New London\, CT. Rebecca actively performs in New England with VIRTUOSI OPERA\, Hartford Opera Theatre\, and East Coast Chamber Orchestra.
URL:https://thevirtuosi.org/event/2024-02-23-2/
LOCATION:Cyril and Methodius Church\, 63 Popieluszko Court\, Hartford\, Connecticut\, 06106
CATEGORIES:2025-2026 Season,2025-2026 Season,Cyril & Methodius Church,Hartford,Organ Music @ Cyril
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SUMMARY:Hartford: CARMEN
DESCRIPTION:Buy Tickets \nJoin us for an electrifying evening as Bizet’s immortal Carmen—one of the most beloved and recognizable operas in the world—returns to the stage with irresistible passion\, color\, and drama. Carmen remains a timeless masterpiece\, captivating audiences with its fiery spirit and unforgettable melodies. Set in vibrant Seville\, the story follows Don José\, a soldier torn between duty\, love\, and the magnetic allure of the free‑spirited Carmen. As jealousy consumes him and Carmen turns her attention to the charismatic bullfighter Escamillo\, the opera hurtles toward its gripping final scene outside the bullring. An outstanding international cast is headlined by Brazilian mezzo‑soprano Rebecca Almeida as Carmen\, American tenor Jax Hussler as Don José\, and Polish‑American baritone Wojciech Bonarowski as Escamillo. Artistic Director maestro Adrian Sylveen leads the Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra and the Virtuosi OPERA in a fully staged production enhanced with English super‑title translations. From the iconic “Habanera” to the thrilling “Toreador Song\,” every moment promises intensity\, beauty\, and musical brilliance. Whether you are a longtime opera lover or discovering this classic for the first time\, Carmen will sweep you into a world of passion and fate. Reserve your seats and experience the power of grand opera at its finest. \nCAST: \n\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				CARMEN: Rebecca Almeida\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Don José: Jax Hassler\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Escamillo: Wojciech Bonarowski\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Micaëla: Makaela Shade-Alexander\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Zuniga: Laurentiu Rotaru\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Le Dancaïre / Moralès: Brian Alvarado\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Mercédès: AddieRose Brown\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Le Remendado: Daniel Kamalic\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Frasquita: Emily Tate Daniel\n				\n		\n\nBuy Tickets
URL:https://thevirtuosi.org/event/carmen/
LOCATION:First Presbyterian Church in Hartford\, 136 Capitol Ave\, Hartford\, CT\, 06105
CATEGORIES:2025-2026 Season,2025-2026 Season,Hartford,Operas
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SUMMARY:Northampton\, MA: CARMEN
DESCRIPTION:Tickets on Sale – CLICK HERE >>> \nJoin us for an electrifying evening as Bizet’s immortal Carmen—one of the most beloved and recognizable operas in the world—returns to the stage with irresistible passion\, color\, and drama. Carmen remains a timeless masterpiece\, captivating audiences with its fiery spirit and unforgettable melodies. Set in vibrant Seville\, the story follows Don José\, a soldier torn between duty\, love\, and the magnetic allure of the free‑spirited Carmen. As jealousy consumes him and Carmen turns her attention to the charismatic bullfighter Escamillo\, the opera hurtles toward its gripping final scene outside the bullring. An outstanding international cast is headlined by Brazilian mezzo‑soprano Rebecca Almeida as Carmen\, American tenor Jax Hussler as Don José\, and Polish‑American baritone Wojciech Bonarowski as Escamillo. Artistic Director maestro Adrian Sylveen leads the Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra and the Virtuosi OPERA in a fully staged production enhanced with English super‑title translations. From the iconic “Habanera” to the thrilling “Toreador Song\,” every moment promises intensity\, beauty\, and musical brilliance. Whether you are a longtime opera lover or discovering this classic for the first time\, Carmen will sweep you into a world of passion and fate. Reserve your seats and experience the power of grand opera at its finest. \nCAST: \n\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				CARMEN: Rebecca Almeida\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Don José: Jax Hassler\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Escamillo: Wojciech Bonarowski\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Micaëla: Makaela Shade-Alexander\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Zuniga: Laurentiu Rotaru\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Le Dancaïre / Moralès: Brian Alvarado\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Mercédès: AddieRose Brown\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Le Remendado: Daniel Kamalic\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Frasquita: Emily Tate Daniel\n				\n		\n\nTickets on Sale – CLICK HERE >>> \n 
URL:https://thevirtuosi.org/event/northapton-ma-carmen/
LOCATION:Academy of Music THEATER\, 274 Main St\, Northampton\, MA
CATEGORIES:2025-2026 Season,2025-2026 Season,Operas
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SUMMARY:New Britain: CARMEN
DESCRIPTION:Buy Tickets \nJoin us for an electrifying evening as Bizet’s immortal Carmen—one of the most beloved and recognizable operas in the world—returns to the stage with irresistible passion\, color\, and drama. Carmen remains a timeless masterpiece\, captivating audiences with its fiery spirit and unforgettable melodies. Set in vibrant Seville\, the story follows Don José\, a soldier torn between duty\, love\, and the magnetic allure of the free‑spirited Carmen. As jealousy consumes him and Carmen turns her attention to the charismatic bullfighter Escamillo\, the opera hurtles toward its gripping final scene outside the bullring. An outstanding international cast is headlined by Brazilian mezzo‑soprano Rebecca Almeida as Carmen\, American tenor Jax Hussler as Don José\, and Polish‑American baritone Wojciech Bonarowski as Escamillo. Artistic Director maestro Adrian Sylveen leads the Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra and the Virtuosi OPERA in a fully staged production enhanced with English super‑title translations. From the iconic “Habanera” to the thrilling “Toreador Song\,” every moment promises intensity\, beauty\, and musical brilliance. Whether you are a longtime opera lover or discovering this classic for the first time\, Carmen will sweep you into a world of passion and fate. Reserve your seats and experience the power of grand opera at its finest. \nCAST: \n\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				CARMEN: Rebecca Almeida\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Don José: Jax Hassler\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Escamillo: Wojciech Bonarowski\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Micaëla: Makaela Shade-Alexander\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Zuniga: Laurentiu Rotaru\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Le Dancaïre / Moralès: Brian Alvarado\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Mercédès: AddieRose Brown\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Le Remendado: Daniel Kamalic\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Frasquita: Emily Tate Daniel\n				\n		\n\nBuy Tickets
URL:https://thevirtuosi.org/event/tom-new-britain-carmen/
LOCATION:Trinity-On-Main\, 69 Main St\, New Britain\, Connecticut
CATEGORIES:2025-2026 Season,2025-2026 Season,New Britain,Operas
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SUMMARY:New London: CARMEN
DESCRIPTION:Buy Tickets \nJoin us for an electrifying evening as Bizet’s immortal Carmen—one of the most beloved and recognizable operas in the world—returns to the stage with irresistible passion\, color\, and drama. Carmen remains a timeless masterpiece\, captivating audiences with its fiery spirit and unforgettable melodies. Set in vibrant Seville\, the story follows Don José\, a soldier torn between duty\, love\, and the magnetic allure of the free‑spirited Carmen. As jealousy consumes him and Carmen turns her attention to the charismatic bullfighter Escamillo\, the opera hurtles toward its gripping final scene outside the bullring. An outstanding international cast is headlined by Brazilian mezzo‑soprano Rebecca Almeida as Carmen\, American tenor Jax Hussler as Don José\, and Polish‑American baritone Wojciech Bonarowski as Escamillo. Artistic Director maestro Adrian Sylveen leads the Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra and the Virtuosi OPERA in a fully staged production enhanced with English super‑title translations. From the iconic “Habanera” to the thrilling “Toreador Song\,” every moment promises intensity\, beauty\, and musical brilliance. Whether you are a longtime opera lover or discovering this classic for the first time\, Carmen will sweep you into a world of passion and fate. Reserve your seats and experience the power of grand opera at its finest. \nCAST: \n\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				CARMEN: Rebecca Almeida\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Don José: Jax Hassler\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Escamillo: Wojciech Bonarowski\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Micaëla: Makaela Shade-Alexander\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Zuniga: Laurentiu Rotaru\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Le Dancaïre / Moralès: Brian Alvarado\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Mercédès: AddieRose Brown\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Le Remendado: Daniel Kamalic\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Frasquita: Emily Tate Daniel\n				\n		\n\nBuy Tickets
URL:https://thevirtuosi.org/event/evans-hall-new-london-carmen/
LOCATION:Evans Hall\, Connecticut College\, 270 Mohegan Ave.\, New london\, Connecticut
CATEGORIES:2025-2026 Season,2025-2026 Season,New London,New London - CT,Operas
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