2010-2011 Season
4 operas for the price of 3!
The Lyric Opera 53nd season includes some of the greatest operas ever composed. Carmen, Norma, The Daughter of the Regiment and The Marriage of Figaro have stood the test of time and will showcase some of opera's most memorable melodies sung by acclaimed voices.
September 2010 - April 2011
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The Marraige of Figaro
by W. A. Mozart
It’s the day of Figaro and Susanna’s wedding, but they might be the only two who want it to happen. Can Figaro outwit the Count and deflect the distractions to claim his bride? In a whirlwind of miscommunications, hyperactive hormones and mistaken identities, everyone ends up merry in the end!
April 9, 13, 15, 17, 2011
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The Daughter of the Regiment
by Gaetano Donizetti
Marie is a pretty little girl with a pretty big heart. When the orphaned Marie is adopted by a regiment of French soldiers, laughter erupts. This heartwarming story filled with catchy tunes, two handfuls of tenor high C’s, and one energetic singing tomboy, has a happy ending when love prevails over privilege.
February 19, 23, 25, 27, 2011
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Norma
by Vincenzo Bellini
Bellini’s gorgeous score marries brilliantly with a story about a powerful woman forced to betray her sacred vows for love – only to be betrayed by her lover’s infidelity. In the ensuing struggle to save her name, her children, and her lover, Norma finds truth in the ultimate sacrifice.
November 6, 10, 12, 14, 2010
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Carmen
by Georges Bizet
It is hard to imagine the opera world without its smokin’-hot gypsy. Carmen’s cruel seduction has been bewitching audiences since the opera’s premiere with fiery flamenco inspired melodies.
September 25, 29 and October 1, 3, 2010
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Lyric & Leathers
Ride for the Lyric Opera
Ride alongside Artistic Director Ward Holmquist during the second annual ride! All funds raised will help underwrite the Lyric Opera's 2008-2009 season and the Company's innovative and successful education and outreach programs.
Sunday, October 5, 2008
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