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Opens: February 5, 2025
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Mozart’s famous opera is a whirlwind comedy of betrothal, betrayal and deliciously bad behaviour.



Set on a single day, it packs in a dazzling procession of madcap comic schemes and setbacks, all of which are punctuated by some of the most sublime music ever written. This is Mozart at the height of his powers.

When the cheating Count Almaviva makes advances on Susanna, his servant’s wife-to-be, Figaro’s marriage threatens to end before it has started.



The household takes sides. Deception, disguise and double cross are the result, as the warring factions make Figaro’s love-life a comic battleground.



Considered one of the greatest operas ever written, The Marriage of Figaro has a masterful balance of light and shade. Its playful, bubbling overture carries its pace and comic tone. Meanwhile the arias and ensemble pieces capture the rich characterisation and the deeply moving rift – and reconciliation – of Figaro and Susannah.



Many of the arias are now world famous, including ‘Voi che sapete’ (‘Tell me what love is’) and ‘Non piú andrai’ (‘Here’s an end to your life as a wanderer’) which is performed yearly at Trooping the Colour.



One of the most gifted directors of his generation, Joe Hill-Gibbins brings an exciting new energy to this classic opera. It’s a bold, contemporary take that accentuates Mozart’s overtures and arias with a pared back staging, which brings out the production’s wit and comedic characters.



Former ENO Harewood Artist, David Ireland sings the title role. Internationally renowned British soprano and another former ENO Harewood Artist, Mary Bevan is Susannah, his fiancée. The production is conducted by Ainārs Rubiķis, following his many successes as Music Director with the Komische Oper, Berlin.



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Opera San Jose Announces Free Live Stream Of Mozart April 18-May 18
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 6, 2020


While it will not be opening The Magic Flute in April due to COVID-19 restrictions, Opera San José has announced something all opera patrons can enjoy at home instead: the FREE live stream viewing of its breathtaking 2011 production of Mozart's first dramatic masterpiece, the rarely produced Idomeneo: ré di Creta.

BWW Feature: LOS ANGELES OPERA at Dorothy Chandler Pavilion And Online
by Maria Nockin - Mar 29, 2020


Recently, Los Angeles Opera has had to announce the cancellation of the final performance of Roberto Devereux on the main stage as well as both performances of Angel's Bone, which was to have been presented in partnership with Beth Morrison Projects at the Broad Stage. At present, the governor's closure order for Los Angeles remains in place through April 19, and the opera has not yet canceled additional performances. Noting that they are vigilantly watching for updates that would affect the remaining May and June performances, the company is still holding out hope. The priority is, of course, the safety of patrons and company members, so they're taking it one day at a time.

Joe Hill-Gibbins Announced As New Artistic Director Of Headlong
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 13, 2020


 Award-winning theatre company Headlong, have today announced the appointment of critically acclaimed theatre and opera director Joe Hill-Gibbins as their new Artistic Director. Currently working as a freelance director, with a new production of The Marriage of Figaro opening at English National Opera this month, he joins Headlong in Summer 2020. Donna Munday has also been announced as the new Chair of the company's Board of Trustees and will succeed current chair Robin Paxton on the 18 March.

Classical Theatre Company Postpones Production Due to COVID-19
by Stephi Wild - Mar 13, 2020


In an effort to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus, Classical Theatre Company will be postponing its scheduled April production of Pierre de Beaumarchais' The Marriage of Figaro.

San Francisco Opera Center Director Sheri Greenawald To Retire At The Close Of 2020
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2020


San Francisco Opera Center Director Sheri Greenawalda?"the brilliant lyric soprano, artistic director, insightful teacher and tireless champion of young artistsa?"will retire from the Company at the close of 2020, capping a distinguished career including nearly two decades at the helm of San Francisco Opera's acclaimed young artist training programs and as artistic director of the Merola Opera Program.

English National Opera to Stage New Production of Dvořák's RUSALKA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2020


Acclaimed German director Tatjana Gürbaca and designer Klaus Grünberg make their English National Opera (ENO) debuts with ENO's first new Rusalka in two decades, with Corinne Winters in the title role and David Butt Philip as the Prince.

THE MAGIC FLUTE Brings Fantasy, Comedy, Adventure To California Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2020


Comedy, adventure, and brilliant singing are on the bill as Opera San José presents Mozart's The Magic Flute. This magical adventure follows a wandering prince who must complete three quests to win his true love's hand.

San Diego Opera's Main Stage Season Continues With THE BARBER OF SEVILLE
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 25, 2020


San Diego Opera's 2019-2020 main stage season comes to a close with Gioachino Rossini's classic comedy The Barber of Seville which opens on Saturday, April 25, 2020 at the San Diego Civic Theatre for four performances. Additional performances are April 28, May 1, and 3 (matinee), 2020.

Sarasota Opera Presents Alfredo Catalani's LA WALLY, Opening March 7
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 24, 2020


The final opera of the 2020 Winter Opera Festival is a new production of La Wally (pronounced a?oelah vahLEEa??) by Alfredo Catalani, a work not seen in the U.S. for more than 30 years.

The 2020 George London Award Winners Are Announced; Five Singers Win Top Prize Of $10,000
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2020


a?oeI have known for three generations how difficult the career of an opera singer remains,a?? said George London Foundation President Nora London at the announcement of the 2020 George London Award winners. a?oeThis all started because George wanted to help a?" and now we have been giving these awards for almost 50 years.a??

The London Coliseum Will Host New Production of Mozart's Comedy Opera THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2020


Joe Hill-Gibbins returns to ENO with his staging of The Marriage of Figaro, making his main stage debut alongside Chief Conductor of the Munich Symphony Orchestra Kevin John Edusei, who makes his ENO debut in the pit.

McCarter Presents Anthony Shaffer's SLEUTH
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2020


In a remote manor in the British countryside, a celebrated murder mystery writer drafts his next great detective novel. But when he invites his wife's lover to his home for a glass of scotch, it suddenly becomes unclear where the fictional plot ends and the real game begins. Sleuth will keep you on the edge of your seat with a suspenseful game of cat-and-mouse filled with plotted murder, jealousy, and revenge. The production runs March 10 through March 29 in McCarter's Matthews Theatre. More about the production at mccarter.org.

TV: Highlights from THE MARRIAGE OF FIAGRO at The Kentucky Opera
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2020


Kentucky Opera's The Marriage Of Figaro opens tomorrow with two performances over Valentine's Day weekend.

Photo Flash: Kentucky Opera's THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO Opens Tomorrow
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2020


Kentucky Opera's The Marriage Of Figaro opens tomorrow with two performances over Valentine's Day weekend.

English Touring Opera Will Return To Storyhouse This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2020


English Touring Opera returns to Storyhouse in Chester for Spring 2020 with a trio of stunning new shows to entertain audiences - Handel's Giulio Cesare, Mozart's Così fan tutte, and the St John Passion by J.S Bach.

Stephanie Blythe Hosts Berkshire Opera Festival's 5th Anniversary Gala Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2020


Berkshire Opera Festival (BOF) celebrates its fifth anniversary with a special one-night-only Gala Concert and Celebration on Thursday, August 13, 2020, at 7:30 PM at the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center in Great Barrington, MA.

Lyric Opera of Chicago Has Announced 2020-21 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2020


A season filled with thrilling music, captivating stories, world-class singers, and exciting productions goes on sale by subscription Thursday, February 13. Eight new-to-Chicago productions, including three Lyric premieres plus two original Lyric productions, will entertain and thrill audiences from September 2020 through June 2021.

Valentine's Weekend Is HOT With Mozart's THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 11, 2020


'Happily ever after can be a challenging, but funny, road.' Part chaos, a dash of beauty, and a healthy dose of comedy combine with beautiful melodies to create Mozart's most beloved opera, a tale of two young servants trying to get married despite the mischievous machinations of the royal couple they serve.

The Canadian Opera Company Announces 2020/2021 Season!
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 10, 2020


For the first time in decades, a fully staged production of Richard Wagner's Parsifal will be presented in Canada, opening the Canadian Opera Company's monumental 2020/2021 season with a company premiere at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts. Cast with more than 100 singers, an orchestra of 110 musicians, and a nearly six-hour run-time, this journey of one knight's quest for the Holy Grail offers Canadian audiences a rare opportunity to experience Wagner's thrilling final masterpiece in Toronto, in a celebrated COC co-production directed by François Girard.

Academy Of St Martin In The Fields Comes to the Wharton Center
by Stephi Wild - Feb 4, 2020


Academy of St Martin in the Fields, one of the world's finest chamber orchestras, will be playing some of the world's greatest classical music led by music director and violin icon Joshua Bell. The Academy has an international reputation for its distinctive, polished and refined sound. Celebrating their 60th anniversary, the Academy will bring fresh, brilliant interpretations of classical music to Wharton Center on Monday, February 24, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available at the official source to purchase Wharton Center tickets online, whartoncenter.com; at the Auto-Owners Insurance Ticket Office; or by calling 1-800-WHARTON.

Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra Has Announced 2020-21 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2020


Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra (LACO) added a new milestone to its legacy last year with the launch of Music Director Jaime Martín's inaugural season.

Kentucky Opera Announces Brown-Forman 2020/21 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 31, 2020


The 20/21 season begins with Kentucky Opera's second annual Open House at the Brown Theatre. This free-of-charge event on June 14 will feature fun for all ages with engaging activities, backstage tours, performances, and a peek at the upcoming season. On the mainstage, the opera continues to humanize the art form with three productions that celebrate the importance of friendship and community. In its second season, the Awakenings series will continue to partner with social service organizations to explore the connection of the operas' themes to our society today with arts-centered conversations. The Awakenings panel discussions are designed to open our eyes to the world around us by challenging tradition, questioning social narratives and inviting varied perspectives.

San Diego Opera's Main Stage Season Continues with THE BARBER OF SEVILLE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2020


San Diego Opera's 2019-2020 main stage season comes to a close with Gioachino Rossini's classic comedy The Barber of Seville which opens on Saturday, April 25, 2020 at the San Diego Civic Theatre for four performances.

Utah Opera Announces 2020-21 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 28, 2020


Utah Opera Artistic Director Christopher McBeth today announced the programming and creative teams for Utah Opera's 2020-21 season, sponsored by the George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Foundation.

ODC/Dance Will Present DANCE DOWNTOWN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2020


ODC/Dance, San Francisco's internationally acclaimed contemporary dance company, will present Dance Downtown, its 49thHome Season featuring two programs of bold and bracing choreography, March 26 - April 5, 2020.

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