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Smiling snowmen, snow angels, and warm bubble baths: experience the magic of Ezra Jack Keats’ beloved children’s book come to life on the opera stage. The Snowy Day follows the adventures of young Peter as he explores his neighborhood on a snowy day, making new friends and encountering unexpected wonders along the way. 

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The Snowy Day

Portland'5 Centers for the Arts

Join Opera Theater Oregon for a 35-minute scene from a new opera in development—reimagining the story of Sacajawea, the extraordinary Lemhi-Shoshone woman was a crucial member of the historic Lewis and Clark Expedition, from her Aqai-Dika, Indigenous perspective.

The presented scene is based on an incident of domestic violence recorded in the original expedition journals on August 14, 1805 and will be presented alongside excerpts of music, soundscapes, and presentations of traditional Agai-Dika/Lemhi-Shoshone music, language, and culture by Rose Ann Abrahamson.

The internationally renowned cast includes Kwagiulth and Stó:lō First Nations mezzo-soprano, Marion Newman premiering the role of Sacajawea, baritone Richard Zeller as Toussaint Charbonneau, and baritone Dan Gibbs as Captain William Clark. This scene also features Native American Flutist and composer Hovia Edwards with a chamber orchestra.

Sung in Aqai-Dika/Lemhi-Shoshone, Québécois French, English, and Plains Sign Language with English captions. Performances include a pre-show lecture by Rose Ann Abrahamson. Content warning: This production includes depictions of domestic violence.

Opera Theater Oregon presents Nu Nah-Hup: Sacajawea's Story

The Hampton Opera Center

In this centuries-old lyrical folktale with roots in Slavic mythology, a mermaid falls in love with a prince. With the help of the moon and a witch, she defies her father's advice—giving up her home and voice to win the prince's love on dry land. When it doesn't go as planned, the regretful prince seeks redemption, and heartbreak reigns in the land of true love.

Dan Gibbs

Baritone

Events

16 - 24 Mar, 2024

The Snowy Day · Portland Opera

13 - 14 May, 2023

Opera Theater Oregon presents Nu Nah-Hup: Sacajawea's Story · Portland Opera

22 - 30 Apr, 2023

Rusalka · Portland Opera

Future and recently performed repertoire

Tim in The Snowy Day by Thompson

Portland Opera

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