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An Operatic Odyssey: Exploring Santa Fe Opera's Remarkable 2025-26 Season

The Santa Fe Opera is set to enthrall audiences with its 2025-26 season, featuring a captivating lineup of timeless classics and innovative performances. This season showcases a spectrum of operatic masterpieces, from Puccini's 'La bohème' and Mozart's 'The Marriage of Figaro' to Wagner's epic 'Die Walküre.' With a diverse repertoire and a stellar ensemble of performers, each opera promises a unique and engaging experience against the beautiful backdrop of New Mexico. Explore the important themes, artistic talent, and cultural significance of this extraordinary operatic event.

Jul 8, 2025
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1. La bohème
In the vibrant playground of 1920s Paris, six Bohemians come together in pursuit of connection, meaning and artistic greatness. Set in this golden age of artistic revolution, Puccini’s timeless tale of love, longing and sacrifice resonates anew. Directed by James Robinson, expect a visual feast that complements the emotional depth of a work that has captivated in every medium. Conductor Iván López Reynoso leads an exciting cast. American soprano and former apprentice Sylvia D’Eramo sings Mimì, Chinese tenor Long Long is Rodolfo and Polish baritone Szymon Mechliński makes his U.S. debut in the role of Marcello. Former Apprentice Singer Emma Marhefka is Musetta, Mexican-American baritone Efraín Solís is Schaunard and American bass Soloman Howard returns to the Santa Fe Opera stage as Colline.
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Jun 27 - Aug 23, 2025
Santa Fe Opera

Santa Fe, NM · The Santa Fe Opera

2. The Marriage of Figaro
Love, loyalty and lies can be a tricky trio. In Mozart’s hands, they’re perfectly wound into a comedy brimming with mistaken identities, youthful yearning and hilarious antics. Will Figaro keep his wife’s heart safe from the Count’s amorous advances? French director Laurent Pelly’s stylish production, set in the late 1930s just before World War II, is back by popular demand! The Santa Fe Opera is proud to present the following American debuts: Italian bass Riccardo Fassi in the title role and French baritone Florian Sempey as Count Almaviva. Sopranos Ailyn Pérez, Marina Monzó and Jacquelyn Stucker take on the role as Countess Almaviva. Former apprentice Liv Redpath will sing Susanna and Chinese mezzo-soprano Hongni Wu sings Cherubino. Music Director Harry Bicket conducts the international cast.
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Jun 28 - Aug 22, 2025
Santa Fe Opera

Santa Fe, NM · The Santa Fe Opera + 1 other locations

3. Rigoletto
In the court of the Duke swirls a storm of intrigue, lust and betrayal. Rigoletto the jester struggles in vain to keep his daughter from the Duke’s relentless desires. Vowing vengeance, he takes matters into his own hands only to become the unwitting punchline of a darker force.
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Jul 12 - Aug 20, 2025
Santa Fe Opera

Santa Fe, NM · The Santa Fe Opera

4. The Turn of the Screw
In the shadowed corridors of a country estate, a young governess finds herself destabilized by mystery. As disturbing events occur, she grapples with increasing paranoia that plunges audiences into a realm of psychological suspense. This is an operatic ghost story for the ages.
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Jul 19 - Aug 5, 2025
Santa Fe Opera

Santa Fe, NM · The Santa Fe Opera

5. Die Walküre
In a broken land where rules no longer apply, Gods clash, heroes rise and music resounds with titanic magnitude. This second installment of Wagner’s Ring Cycle weaves an epic tale of forbidden love and cosmic destiny. Melly Still makes her company debut directing this company premiere. Conductor James Gaffigan returns to the podium to lead a stellar cast that includes three-time Grammy-Award winning bass-baritone Ryan Speedo Green in his role debut as Wotan. Tamara Wilson returns to sing Brünnhilde following her praiseworthy interpretation of Isolde in 2022. American tenor Jamez McCorkle makes his role and company debut as Siegmund and Lithuanian-born soprano Vida Miknevičiūtė makes her U.S. debut as Sieglinde.
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Jul 26 - Aug 21, 2025
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Santa Fe, NM · The Santa Fe Opera

6. Apprentice Scenes & Concert 2025
The opera’s singing and technical apprentices take the mainstage spotlight for two unique evenings of staged scenes. These evenings are fun-filled “sampler boxes” of operatic styles. They are a great introduction to opera and a great value for families to enjoy an evening out. They are the perfect opportunity to experience the future of opera – now. The opera’s singing and technical apprentice programs have launched numerous distinguished careers, including singers William Burden, Joyce DiDonato, Michael Fabiano, Brandon Jovanovich, Kate Lindsey, Samuel Ramey, Susanna Phillips and technicians Ruth E. Carter, Alex Davila, B.R. Delaney, Jennifer Good, Rupert Hemmings, Aja Jackson and Jeffrey Mace to name a few.
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10 - 17 Aug, 2025
Santa Fe Opera

Santa Fe, NM · The Santa Fe Opera

7. Apprentice Scenes & Concert 2026
Join us for two special Sunday evening performances where the Santa Fe Opera’s singing and technical apprentices step into the spotlight! Hear the stars of tomorrow sing a variety of selections from different operas throughout the centuries. The night of August 16 showcases scenes fully designed and created by our technical apprentices. The night of August 23 presents our apprentice singers in a concert format, featuring the Santa Fe Opera Orchestra onstage. Looking for an introduction to opera? These performances are a great way to start, and a great value for families who want to enjoy a more relaxed evening at the Opera. Don’t miss your chance to experience the future of opera — NOW! The opera’s singing and technical apprentice programs have launched numerous distinguished careers, including singers William Burden, Joyce DiDonato, Michael Fabiano, Brandon Jovanovich, Kate Lindsey, Samuel Ramey, Susanna Phillips and technicians Ruth E. Carter, Alex Davila, B.R. Delaney, Jennifer Good, Rupert Hemmings, Aja Jackson and Jeffrey Mace to name a few.
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16 - 23 Apr, 2026
Santa Fe Opera

Santa Fe, NM · The Santa Fe Opera

8. Madama Butterfly
A Japanese girl sacrifices her heritage for the American dream when a naval officer chooses her for his bride. Her dream is crushed by betrayal when he traps her in the very cage she wishes to escape. She seizes her destiny, and the devastating outcome lingers long after the final note.
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Jul 3 - Aug 29, 2026
Santa Fe Opera

Santa Fe, NM · The Santa Fe Opera

9. The Magic Flute
Imagine a magic flute that can tame the wildest of beasts. Can Prince Tamino and Papageno use it to save the princess? They embark on a fantastical quest – and along the way, they encounter enchanting characters and face daring trials.
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Jul 4 - Aug 28, 2026
Santa Fe Opera

Santa Fe, NM · The Santa Fe Opera

10. Eugene Onegin
With unbridled passion, devastating heartbreak and unspoken regret, Tatyana’s love is rejected by Onegin, who, a little too late, realizes his mistake. Don’t miss this unforgettable journey through longing, desire and the haunting question: What if?
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Jul 18 - Aug 19, 2026
Santa Fe Opera

Santa Fe, NM · The Santa Fe Opera

Conclusion
As the curtain falls on Santa Fe Opera's remarkable 2025-26 season, audiences are left with an appreciation for the timeless beauty of opera. Each production, with its unique blend of narrative, music, and performance, invites reflection on the universal themes of love, loss, and identity. Through the talents of a diverse cast and the creative vision of inspired directors and conductors, these operas connect us to the rich cultural tapestry of the past and present. Santa Fe Opera continues to be a pivotal hub for artistic expression, inviting audiences to explore the profound power of opera.
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