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Experience the poignant tragedy and mesmerizing beauty of Giacomo Puccini's "Madame Butterfly" as it returns to the Austin Opera in April 2025. This heart-wrenching opera tells the story of the young geisha Cio-Cio-San, known as Butterfly, who is seduced and abandoned by the dashing U.S. Navy Lieutenant B.F. Pinkerton. Set against the backdrop of early 20th century Japan, the opera explores themes of love, betrayal, and cultural clash. The production features a talented cast including soprano Raquel González as Cio-Cio-San, tenor Joseph Dennis as Pinkerton, and mezzo-soprano Kristen Choi as Suzuki, Butterfly’s loyal friend. Conducted by Timothy Myers and directed by E. Loren Meeker, this collaboration between Austin Opera and Opera San Antonio promises a stunning and traditional rendition of the classic opera. Performances are scheduled for Friday, April 25, 2025, at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, April 27, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. This groundbreaking partnership highlights the artistic resources of both companies, beginning in San Antonio on April 17, 2024, before moving to Austin. Don't miss this opportunity to witness one of opera's most heartbreaking stories brought to life on stage. Subscribe today, and mark your calendars for the sale of single tickets on Thursday, September 5, 2024. Join us for a performance that promises to be a highlight of the 2024-2025 season at the Austin Opera.

Austin Opera is turning 40! You’re invited to a Birthday Spectacular Concert featuring some of opera’s most iconic showstoppers. Timothy Myers conducts celebrated arias and ensembles from Verdi’s Aida & Rigoletto, Puccini’s Turandot, including “Nessun dorma,” Mozart, and more; all showcasing the vocal prowess of today’s highly sought out opera singers.

Charismatic but roguish barker Billy Bigelow knows trouble all too well; its only when he meets the resilient Julie Jordan that he has a change of heart. Their unwavering romance leads to marriage, however after struggling to provide for his soon to be family, Billy falls back into his past behavior—ending in devastating consequences.

Four artists struggle to make ends meet while chasing their dreams. The passionate bohemians are determined their bonds of friendship will sustain them… until love complicates everything.