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Experience the intensity and drama of Giuseppe Verdi's masterpiece, "Macbeth," brought to life by The Atlanta Opera. This season, immerse yourself in a world where ambition, power, and supernatural prophecies collide in a dark and riveting narrative. With no love story to soften its edges, "Macbeth" stands out as an opera that Verdi himself declared to be unlike any other, focusing solely on the relentless scramble for power at any cost. Leading the cast in this magnificent production are Michael Mayes as Macbeth and Sara Gartland as Lady Macbeth, whose passionate and dramatic performances anchor the opera's tightly paced action and magnificent music. This production marks the second in our series of operas based on the works of Shakespeare, offering a fresh perspective on the timeless tale of ambition, guilt, and fate. "Macbeth" is performed in Italian with English supertitles, ensuring that audiences can fully engage with the story's intricate details and emotional depth. The opera unfolds in four acts over approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes, with an intermission allowing for reflection on the powerful events depicted on stage. The performances are scheduled to take place at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, offering a fittingly grand and atmospheric setting for Verdi's operatic exploration of power and madness. With performances on select dates in March 2025, including a matinee option, there are multiple opportunities to experience this compelling production. Under the baton of conductor Iván López Reynoso and the visionary direction of Tomer Zvulun, with live action direction by Ran Arthur Braun, this production of "Macbeth" promises to be a highlight of The Atlanta Opera's season. Don't miss your chance to witness the ambition, the prophecy, and the tragedy of Macbeth and Lady Macbeth in an opera that continues to captivate audiences with its intensity and musical brilliance. Subscriptions and tickets are available now for what promises to be a memorable and stirring operatic experience.

**Siegfried - The Atlanta Opera** Join The Atlanta Opera for a monumental journey through myth and legend with Richard Wagner's "Siegfried," the third opera in the iconic four-part Ring Cycle. This epic five-hour masterpiece, performed in German with English supertitles, promises an unforgettable experience of love, courage, and wisdom triumphing over the lure of power. **Performance Details:** - **Venue:** Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre - **Season:** 2023-24 - **Runtime:** Approximately 4 hours, 55 minutes, including intermissions - **Dates:** - Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 6:30 pm - Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at 6:30 pm - Friday, May 2, 2025, at 6:30 pm - Sunday, May 4, 2025, at 2:00 pm **Synopsis:** "Siegfried" follows the journey of its fearless titular hero, from his upbringing by the dwarf Mime to his ultimate awakening of Brünnhilde, weaving together the stories from "Das Rheingold" and "Die Walküre." With the forging of the broken sword Nothung, Siegfried embarks on a quest that leads him to confront the dragon Fafner, discover the power of the ring, and ultimately, find love. **Cast & Creative Team:** - **Siegfried:** Stefan Vinke - **Mime:** Barry Banks - **Wanderer Wotan:** Greer Grimsley - **Brünnhilde:** Lise Lindstrom - **Conductor:** Roberto Kalb - **Production Director:** Tomer Zvulun - **Scenic & Projection Designer:** Erhard Rom - **Costume Designer:** Mattie Ullrich - **Lighting Designer:** Robert Wierzel **Special Features:** - Performed in German with English Supertitles - Pre-Performance Talk: Learn about the opera's history, composer, and more one hour prior to curtain. Free with your ticket. **Tickets & Subscriptions:** Subscriptions for the 2023-24 season are on sale now. Don't miss your chance to experience this and other magnificent operas. For tickets and more information, visit The Atlanta Opera's official website. Embark on a journey of mythical proportions with "Siegfried" at The Atlanta Opera, where the power of storytelling through music and performance brings Wagner's vision to life.

Experience the timeless allure of Handel's Baroque masterpiece, "Semele," presented by The Atlanta Opera in a company premiere that promises to captivate audiences with its intricate blend of sensuality, ambition, and jealousy. This season, immerse yourself in the tragic love triangle between Princess Semele, Jupiter, king of the gods, and his vengeful wife Juno. Set against the backdrop of Handel's most beautiful arias and choruses, "Semele" explores themes of sex and death with exquisite music that has resonated through the ages. Performances are scheduled to take place at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, offering audiences the chance to experience this gloriously moving masterpiece performed in English with English Supertitles. The runtime is approximately 3 hours and 38 minutes, including intermissions, ensuring a comprehensive immersion into the opera's rich narrative and musical brilliance. The cast features Lauren Snouffer as Semele, Josh Lovell as Jupiter/Apollo, and Elisa Sunshine as Iris, under the creative direction of Christine Brandes as conductor, Tomer Zvulun as production director, with scenic and projection design by Erhard Rom, costume design by Vita Tzykun, and lighting design by Robert Wierzel. Don't miss this opportunity to witness a pivotal work of the Baroque era, brought to life by a talented cast and creative team. Subscriptions are on sale now, with performances scheduled for June 7, 10, 13, and 15, 2025. Join us for a night of opera that promises to be as enlightening as it is entertaining, showcasing the enduring power of Handel's music and the timeless tales of Greek mythology.