Composer

Theatre, theatre everywhere! During rehearsals for the highly tragic period piece ‘Romulus and Ersilia’, everything somehow goes wrong: the prima donna doesn't feel well, the trouser role doesn't like itself and the tenor finally wants to play first violin.
And to make matters worse, Mamma Agata, the second soprano's weird helicopter mother, bursts in...

Prima la Mamma!

Theater Duisburg

EPSG:4326

2024 November Concert

Emory University

Framed as a TV sitcom episode, this warm-hearted story of unrequited love unfolds with the arrival of a love potion salesman on a beautiful English country house estate staffed by Land Girls and locals.

The Elixir of Love

London Coliseum

With Dementia Friendly values at their core, these shortened performances are open to all. Performed by a full cast and orchestra, they also feature a presenter to introduce the story, characters and music from the opera. There are wheelchair spaces and extra staff on hand to help. There is also a smaller capacity to allow everyone space, and brighter lighting levels in the auditorium, giving you the flexibility and freedom to move about as required.

Access Opera - Don Pasquale

Festival Theatre Edinburgh

Revel in the light-hearted tale of how the most important battle is the one for the heart. Marie is a fearless orphan raised among the camaraderie of the twenty-first French regiment who has just fallen in love with an outsider. Her unconventional upbringing is challenged when a wealthy woman, claiming to be her aunt, arrives to make Marie a proper lady, complete with a new suitor. What will Marie choose, love or duty?

Daughter Of The Regiment

Denver Performing Arts Complex

Don Pasquale runs a crumbling boarding house in Rome with a chain-smoking chambermaid, an ancient porter, and a greasy cook for company. Determined to keep his fortune to himself, Pasquale decides to marry, spiting his nephew Ernesto. But, when he finds a bride, he discovers that married life is not as simple as he expected...

Don Pasquale - Scottish Opera

Be transported to the landscapes of southern Spain with vivacious, dance-inspired works by Falla and Chabrier. The journey begins in Riccardo Muti’s native Italy with a boisterous overture by Donizetti and sumptuous ballet music by Verdi. Golijov’s Megalopolis Suite features music from his score to the 2024 release of Francis Ford Coppola’s epic film, in which the fate of Ancient Rome haunts a modern world.

Muti & the CSO

Chicago Symphony Orchestra

Light Opera of New Jersey is proud to present a vibrant new production of Donizetti’s beloved comic opera, The Elixir of Love (“L’Elisir d’Amore).  This colorful and fresh take has been brought to life by acclaimed director, Stefanos Koroneos.  Join us for a journey of love, laughter, and enchanting melodies (with full orchestra) as we follow the tale of Nemorino and his quest to win the heart of Adina with the help of a magical love potion.  This production will appeal to audiences of all ages!

L’Elisir d’Amore

Sieminski Theater

Donizetti’s L’Elisir D’Amore (The Elixir of Love)

Enrico wants his sister to marry Lord Arturo Bucklaw, a match that will save his family from bankruptcy, but Lucia has committed to Edgardo Ravenswood, Enrico’s nemesis, who is asserting his right to family land that is now formally owned by Enrico. A forged letter framing Edgardo as having been unfaithful and blaming Lucia for the predicament the family is in enables Enrico to persuade Lucia to marry Lord Bucklaw. Edgardo throws down the gauntlet to Enrico. Lucia goes insane and dies. Edgardo, grief-stricken at the sound of the death knell, stabs himself to death.

Lucia di Lammermoor

Deutsche Oper Berlin

### Event Description: The Elixir of Love - Manitoba Opera

**Event:** The Elixir of Love  
**Presented by:** Manitoba Opera  
**Season:** 2023/24

**Overview:**
Join Manitoba Opera for a heartwarming and whimsical performance of Gaetano Donizetti’s beloved opera, *The Elixir of Love*. This charming comedy is a delightful blend of wit, beautiful music, playful imposters, mistaken love, and a magical elixir that promises to enchant audiences.

**Plot Summary:**
Lovesick Nemorino, a poor but good-hearted country boy, is hopelessly in love with the rich, smart, and beautiful Adina. Despite being out of his league, Nemorino's fortunes take a turn when the scheming Dr. Dulcamara offers him a magical love potion. Promising that Adina will be unable to resist him within 24 hours, the elixir sets off a series of comedic and touching events. Will the potion work its magic?

**Musical Highlights:**
- **Una furtiva lagrima (One Furtive Tear):** One of the most popular tenor solos ever written, performed by Nemorino.
- **Adina, credimi (Adina, Listen):** A show-stopping ensemble piece.

**Performance Details:**
- **Music by:** Gaetano Donizetti
- **Libretto by:** Felice Romani, based on the French comedy *Le Philtre*
- **Language:** Sung in Italian with projected English translations

**Cast:**
- **Adina:** Andriana Chuchman
- **Nemorino:** Jonah Hoskins
- **Sgt. Belcore:** Jorell Williams
- **Dr. Dulcamara:** Peter McGillivray

**Creative Team:**
- **Conductor:** Tyrone Paterson
- **Director:** Ann Hodges

**Location:**
- **Venue:** Lower Level, Centennial Concert Hall, Room 1060, 555 Main Street, Winnipeg, R3B 1C3

**Contact Information:**
- **Phone:** 204-944-8824
- **Fax:** 204-949-0377
- **Website:** [mboperamanitobaopera.mb.ca](http://mboperamanitobaopera.mb.ca)

**Additional Information:**
Manitoba Opera acknowledges that it operates within Treaty 1 territory, the traditional lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Anisininew, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and the Red River Métis Nation homelands. The organization is committed to working in partnership with Indigenous peoples in the spirit of truth, reconciliation, and collaboration.

**Tickets:**
For ticket information and to purchase, please visit the Manitoba Opera website.

Don't miss this enchanting and comedic opera that promises to warm your heart and dazzle your ears!

Centennial Concert Hall

Die Münchner Symphoniker verzaubern mit „Viva Italia!“, ein Programm das die Herzen aller Musikliebhaber höher schlagen lässt. Sorgfältig ausgewählte Ausschnitte aus herausragenden Werken der Opernliteratur versprechen ein Schwelgen in Emotionen. Dieses Konzert ist nicht nur eine Vorführung von unvergänglichen Opernwerken, sondern auch eine Hommage an die Einzigartigkeit und zeitlose Schönheit der Opernkunst. Réka Kristóf singt Opernarien von Rossini, Bellini, Puccini und Verdi, mit denen die legendäre, griechische Sopranistin Maria Callas zu Weltruhm gelangte.

Viva Italia!

Congress Center Villach

Immerse yourself in the world of opera at the Wexford Festival Opera 2024, featuring the enchanting production of Gaetano Donizetti's "Le convenienze ed inconvenienze teatrali." This captivating event will take place at the prestigious O'Reilly Theatre, National Opera House, from 18th October to 2nd November 2024, offering a rich tapestry of performances that showcase the brilliance of Donizetti's work.

"Le convenienze ed inconvenienze teatrali," also known under various titles such as "Viva la Mamma," is a two-act opera buffa that delves into the comedic intricacies of the operatic world. With a libretto by Domenico Gilardoni and sung in Italian with English surtitles, this fully-staged production promises an evening of laughter and entertainment. The opera, which first premiered in its revised form in Milan, Italy, in 1831, offers a satirical look at the conventions and inconveniences of the theatre, making it a must-see for opera enthusiasts and newcomers alike.

The cast features a talented ensemble including Daria Garbinati, Sharleen Joynt, Paolo Bordogna, and Giuseppe Toia, under the baton of conductor Danila Grassi. Directed by Orpha Phelan, with set and costume design by Madeline Boyd and lighting by Daniele Naldi, this production is set to be a highlight of the festival.

Performances are scheduled for 20th, 25th, 28th October, and 2nd November, with tickets priced between €35 and €160. Priority booking for Friends of the Festival opens on 24th April 2024, offering an exclusive opportunity to secure your seats for this not-to-be-missed event. With an approximate running time of 150 minutes, "Le convenienze ed inconvenienze teatrali" promises an unforgettable journey into the heart of opera's playful critique on its own world.

Don't miss your chance to experience this exceptional production at the Wexford Festival Opera 2024. Book your tickets early and prepare for an evening filled with exquisite music, outstanding performances, and unparalleled operatic satire.

Le convenienze ed inconvenienze teatrali

National Opera House

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of opera at the Wexford Festival Opera 2024, featuring the much-anticipated performance of Gaetano Donizetti's masterpiece, "The Elixir of Love." This opera, a jewel of the bel canto tradition, promises an unforgettable experience with its captivating music and timeless tale of romance and magic.

Event Details:
- **Opera**: The Elixir of Love by Gaetano Donizetti
- **Dates**: 18th October to 2nd November 2024
- **Venue**: The Grain Store at Stonebridge, part of the Wexford Festival Opera
- **Ticket Price**: €15
- **Duration**: Approximately 70 minutes

Following its sell-out success in 2023, the 2024 festival will continue to engage the local community and Wexford Factory artists in workshops leading up to the festival. These collaborative efforts culminate in an immersive performance that blurs the lines between performers and audience, offering a unique and participatory experience in a non-traditional setting.

Performance Schedule:
- **18th October**: 5:00 PM
- **22nd October**: 7:30 PM (Sold Out)
- **25th October**: 4:30 PM (Sold Out)
- **28th October**: 7:30 PM
- **31st October**: 4:30 PM
- **2nd November**: 4:30 PM

This rendition of "The Elixir of Love" features a libretto by Felice Romani, revised and updated by Timothy Knapman, ensuring a fresh and engaging interpretation of this classic opera. First performed in 1832 at the Teatro della Cannobiana in Milan, Italy, Donizetti's work remains a beloved staple in the opera repertoire.

Don't miss the opportunity to be part of this magical journey at the Wexford Festival Opera 2024. Whether you're a lifelong opera enthusiast or new to the art form, "The Elixir of Love" offers a heartwarming story, exquisite music, and an innovative presentation that will leave you spellbound. Secure your tickets now and prepare to be transported by the power of opera.

The charming tale of spirited heroine Marie, found on a battlefield and raised by a French Regiment, who side-steps the wishes of both her foster-father Sulpice and her aunt, the Marquise of Berkenfield, to follow her heart’s desire and the love of Tyrolean peasant Tonio. One of Donizetti’s three most popular comic operas, The Daughter of the Regiment is replete with memorable arias, including the one that crowned Luciano Pavarotti as “King of the High Cs.”

The Daughter of the Regiment

Bankhead Theater

Donizetti: The Elixir of Love - A Coruña Opera Festival

Teatro Colón, Spain

Firecracker conductor Nil Venditti will lead us in this gala of operatic favourites. From Bizet’s iconic and seductive Carmen, to Donizetti’s yearningly romantic O mio Fernando, journeying via Puccini’s dramatically passionate and soaring Preludio Sinfonico and Mascagni’s hymnal Intermezzo Cavalleria there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Opera & Elgar with BBC NOW

NPTC Group of Colleges - Newtown College

Set in Spain’s Basque Country, The Elixir of Love tells the story of Nemorino, a peasant in love with the wealthy Amina. After Adina rejects Nemorino’s advances, Nemorino purchases a love potion from a traveling quack doctor named Dulcamara. Dulcamara sells Nemorino a common glass of red wine, which Dulcamara claims to be a potent love potion. Nemorino drinks the “potion,” and with his new-found confidence, Nemorino pursues his love for Adina in competition with the swaggering soldier, Belcore. Will Nemorino’s dreams of love come true, or is he destined to a life as a peasant?

Forest Hills Fine Arts Center

The Missouri Symphony, in collaboration with Landlocked Opera, presents Donizetti’s beloved opera, L’elisir d’amore (The Elixir of Love). Featuring singers from around the country and under the baton of music director Wilbur Lin, this production will leave a lasting impression. The opera will be sung in Italian with English supertitles.

“The Elixir of Love”: Donizetti

Missouri Theatre

Chamber music, show tunes, opera, and more! “Nate’s World: Songs of Love” sets famous arias side by side with classic popular songs and virtuosic instrumental interludes, all touching on aspects of love. From La bohème to Leonard Bernstein, Carmen to a country ballad, these are all filled with timeless, universal sentiments, and chamber music’s exquisite intimacy is the perfect setting. Conceived, curated, and performed by Nate Farrington, principal bassist of the Los Angeles Opera, joined by special guest soprano Kathleen O'Mara and PCMF Resident Artists Susie Park and Henry Kramer.

Nate's World: Songs of Love

University of Southern Maine

Opera Classica Europa präsentiert das humorvolle Werk "Don Pasquale" von Gaetano Donizetti auf Schloss Braunfels. Die Oper um den Junggesellen Don Pasquale, der seinen Neffen Ernsto zwingen will, statt der schönen aber mittellosen Norina eine wohlhabende Dame zu ehelichen, eroberte die Opernhäuser der Welt. Opera Classica Europa freut sich, zum ersten Mal Donizettis Meisterwerk zu präsentieren.

Don Pasquale

Schloss Braunfels

Nemorino, a not-so-clever mechanic, has fallen for Adina, a school teacher. He desires her attention, but doesn’t feel worthy. Fortunately, he meets Dr. Dulcamara (most certainly a quack) who sells him a “magic elixir” that can make his dreams come true.

Santa Fe Opera

Experience the tragic beauty of Gaetano Donizetti's "Lucia di Lammermoor" at the Civic Center Music Hall, brought to life by the Painted Sky Opera. This riveting opera tells the story of forbidden romance and the devastating consequences of a young woman torn between her oppressive family and the man she loves. As she is driven to the edge of sanity, Lucia takes a dramatic stand, leading to fatal outcomes. The performance is fully staged with an orchestra, sung in Italian with English supertitles, ensuring an immersive and accessible experience for all.

Join us for this unforgettable opera on the following dates:
- Thursday, July 25, 2024, at 7:30 PM
- Saturday, July 27, 2024, at 7:30 PM
- Sunday, July 28, 2024, at 2:00 PM

Location: Civic Center Music Hall, Little Theatre

Tickets are on sale now. Don't miss the opportunity to witness the shimmering melodies and intense drama of "Lucia di Lammermoor."

Civic Center Music Hall

Join us for an enlightening Opera Talk titled "Interrupted Operatic Weddings" at the Hartman Lounge, The Mansion, Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU) on June 23, 2024, from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM. This captivating presentation, led by the esteemed Lou Barrella, will delve into the dramatic moments of operatic weddings that are unexpectedly disrupted, creating unforgettable theatrical and musical episodes.

The talk will explore various operas where nuptial bliss is shattered by unforeseen events. From Mozart’s "Don Giovanni," where Zerlina is swayed by the Don's charm, to the tragic outcomes in Donizetti’s "Lucia di Lammermoor" and Puccini’s "Madama Butterfly" following the signing of wedding contracts. The comedic twist in Donizetti’s "Don Pasquale" with a phony wedding contract, and the climactic interruption in "Il Trovatore" when Manrico learns of his mother’s capture, will also be highlighted.

This event is free, but registration is requested to ensure a seat. Attendees are encouraged to consider making a donation to help Opera at Florham continue to provide quality musical events at affordable prices. Your support is greatly appreciated and is completely tax deductible.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to explore the dramatic interruptions that make operatic weddings a source of high drama and comedy. Reserve your spot today for an afternoon of insightful discussion and musical exploration at the beautiful Mansion at FDU.

Opera Talk: Interrupted Operatic Weddings

Fairleigh Dickinson University

Following her Royal Opera House debut in Andrea Chénier conducted by Antonio Pappano, mezzo-soprano Katia Ledoux joins pianist Anna Tilbrook for a recital presented by Opera Rara and the Temple Music Foundation. Taking place within the Inner Temple Parliament Chamber, the programme centres on the Parisian salons of the 19th century. Featuring newly-restored, rarely – if ever – performed songs by Donizetti from his years in Paris, the programme is completed with selections by Donizetti’s contemporaries. Including several songs composed by women, Ledoux and Tilbrook recreate the experience of a musical soirée.

Katia Ledoux and Anna Tilbrook Salon Concert

Temple Church

A forbidden romance is kindled in Scotland’s Lammermoor Castle. Despite their clans’ age-old feud, Lucia and Edgardo, fall deeply in love and vow to marry. Lucia’s brother, Enrico, has promised her hand in marriage to a wealthy nobleman to save the family’s fortune. Desperate to ensure Lucia goes through with the wedding, Enrico tricks her into believing Edgardo has betrayed her, leading to a devastating turn of events that ultimately drives Lucia to madness.

St. Pete Opera: Donizetti's Lucia di Lammermoor

Palladium Theater St. Petersburg

Join us for an enchanting evening of vocal performance as Catherine Pace, a talented soprano and Bachelor of Music student at the Northwestern Bienen School of Music, takes the stage. Under the guidance of Nancy Gustafson, with Douglas Culclasure, tenor, and Olga Sklyanskaya on piano, this recital promises to be a memorable showcase of musical brilliance.

**Date & Time:** Saturday, June 1, 2024, at 6:00pm CDT

**Location:** Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall, Ryan Center for the Musical Arts, 70 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208, United States

**Program Highlights:**
- Sergei Rachmaninoff: Selections from 12 Romances, Op. 21 and 6 Romances, Op. 8
- Carl Orff: Selections from Carmina Burana
- Gaetano Donizetti: Selections from Linda di Chamounix
- Libby Larsen: Selections from Three Cowboy Songs
- Dave Malloy: "No One Else" from Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812
- Adam Guettel: Selections from The Light in the Piazza

This event is free and open to the public, with no tickets required. Attendees will also have the opportunity to enjoy the performance via live stream, ensuring that no one misses out on this spectacular display of vocal talent.

The Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall, known for its breathtaking views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline, provides the perfect backdrop for this event. The hall's acoustics, enhanced by undulating walls covered with African moabi wood, promise an auditory experience as stunning as the visual one.

Don't miss this opportunity to support emerging talent and experience the beauty of live vocal performance in one of the most exquisite venues in Evanston.

Catherine Pace, soprano

Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall

**Event: El Sistema Liège: La Brigade Costumée**

**Date:** Saturday, 1st June 2024

**Times:** 11:00 AM and 2:30 PM

**Duration:** Approximately 65 minutes

**Location:** Liège, Salle Philharmonique

**Admission:** Free. Reservations can be made at the OPRL ticket office or by phone, starting from 15th May. A maximum of 2 places per person.

**Description:**

This year, children from six schools - Bonne Nouvelle, Bressoux-Piron, Fontainebleau, Saint-Benoît Saint-Servais, Grivegnée Centre La Haminde, and Grivegnée Péville - transform into little chefs to present their story "La Brigade Costumée." With the musicians of the OPRL and actor Philippe Bonhomme, music will blend with cuisine in a unique performance. Imagine if our conductor, Lars Corijn, also took on the role of head chef, and the audience became guests at a grand gala dinner. This event promises a symphony of musical and culinary harmony, where cooking and music become gastronomic arts. Our young singers will perform texts written specifically for them, telling a story conceived by the children and their teacher during classroom workshops, with the support of actor Philippe Bonhomme and musicians from ReMuA. This appetizing spectacle is sure to make you want to sing, or perhaps, to eat.

**Program:**

The performance will feature a delightful mix of compositions, including Rossini's "La pie voleuse" (Overture), Offenbach's "La Grande Duchesse de Gérolstein" (Et Pif, paf, pouf), and pieces from Mancini's "La Panthère Rose," Donizetti's "Don Pasquale," and more, arranged by Francesc Marco and J. Ehrler. The event will showcase the talents of Philippe Bonhomme (actor), musicians-intervenants from ReMuA Liège, and the children's choir and orchestra of El Sistema Liège, under the direction of Lars Corijn.

**Partnerships:**

This event is a co-production between ReMuA-OPRL and enjoys the partnership of the City of Liège, the Fédération Wallonie-Bruxelles, PECA, the National Lottery, the Baillet Latour Fund, and the Queen Paola Foundation.

**Booking Information:**

For reservations and more information, please contact the OPRL ticket office at Boulevard Piercot, 25 - 27, 4000 Liège, or by phone at +32 04 220 00 00. The ticket office is open Monday to Friday from 1 PM to 6 PM.

El Sistema Liège: The costume brigade

Philharmonic Hall of Liege

In demand across the world, Ermonela Jaho is best known for her portrayals of Verdi and Puccini’s heroines. She returns to her bel canto roots in a recital of rare songs by Gaetano Donizetti, alongside a selection by his contemporaries, with Opera Rara’s Artistic Director and pianist Carlo Rizzi. They will explore repertoire that has been recently restored and rarely, if ever, performed. The programme is complete with two works for violin and piano by Donizetti performed by brothers Marco and Carlo Rizzi.

Ermonela Jaho & Carlo Rizzi: Donizetti and Friends

Wigmore Hall

Classical Music at Pentecost - Chamber Concert 2

Don Pasquale, a hilarious opera by Gaetano Donizetti, will come alive with full orchestra, lights and staging.

Casa Italiana

Grand Annex Theater

Internationally-acclaimed Tenor Eric Fennell makes his SPSO debut featuring some of the most beloved moments from the operas of Puccini, Verdi, Donizetti and more!  Allow yourself to be serenaded by this unforgettable music.

Concert IV: Tenor Eric Fennell in Concert

Calvary Baptist Church

Experience the tragic intensity and emotional depth of Gaetano Donizetti's opera, "Lucia di Lammermoor," brought to life in a series of performances that promise to captivate and move audiences. Set against the backdrop of late 17th-century Scotland, this masterpiece, with a libretto by Salvatore Cammarano and based on Sir Walter Scott's novel "The Bride of Lammermoor," explores themes of love, betrayal, and madness through exquisite music and compelling drama.

Join us on May 11, 12, 18, and 19, 2024, for matinee shows at 3 PM, with an additional evening performance on May 18 at 7 PM. A special free performance accompanied by piano will be held on May 7, 2024, at 7 PM, offering a unique opportunity to experience this operatic gem.

Under the baton of Scott Jackson Wiley and staged by Sabrina Palladino, the opera will be performed in Italian with English supertitles, ensuring that all can fully appreciate the beauty of Donizetti's score and the poignancy of the story. The cast, soon to be announced, promises to bring to life the complex characters that inhabit this tragic tale, from the doomed lovers Lucia Ashton and Edgardo di Ravenswood to the manipulative Lord Enrico Ashton.

Tickets are available for purchase online, with detailed information on ticket prices and more. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the dramatic world of "Lucia di Lammermoor," a timeless opera that continues to resonate with audiences around the globe.

Basilica of Our Lady of Perpetual Help

Pre-College Opera Scenes

The Juilliard School

**Event: Romance, Revenge, and Revelry**

**Date & Time:** Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

**Location:** Union Colony Civic Center, 701 10th Avenue, Greeley, CO, 80631, United States

**Description:**
Immerse yourself in an evening of dramatic opera hits with the Greeley Philharmonic Orchestra's annual collaboration with the University of Northern Colorado. "Romance, Revenge, and Revelry" promises an unforgettable journey through the full spectrum of emotions, featuring selections from the masterworks of Mozart, Wagner, Bizet, Puccini, and more. Enhanced by the stunning performances of the Greeley Philharmonic Orchestra and the powerful voices of the UNC Combined Chorus, this event will showcase opera favorites as you've never heard them before—music that has captivated audiences in various media over the years.

**Repertoire Highlights:**
- OFFENBACH: La Belle Hélène Overture
- VAUGHN WILLIAMS: Concerto for Oboe and Strings
- MOZART: The Marriage of Figaro Overture
- PUCCINI: O mio babbino caro from Gianni Schicchi
- BIZET: Habanera from Carmen
- And many more from the giants of opera.

**Special Features:**
- Experience the power of opera through a curated selection of its most passionate and dramatic pieces.
- Enjoy the collaboration between the Greeley Philharmonic Orchestra and the talented UNC Combined Chorus.

**Tickets:** Available for purchase. Please visit the Greeley Philharmonic Orchestra's website or contact the Union Colony Civic Center box office for more details.

Don't miss this spectacular evening of music that promises to enchant, move, and exhilarate. Whether you're an opera aficionado or new to the genre, "Romance, Revenge, and Revelry" is sure to be a highlight of the cultural calendar.

Romance, Revenge, and Revelry

Union Colony Civic Center

Canadian Opera Company

Enjoy familiar opera choruses, orchestral interludes and arias from favorite composers like Verdi, Puccini, Donizetti, Rossini, and Wagner. Our award-winning cast includes soprano Jasmine Habersham, mezzo-soprano Laurel Semerdjian, tenor Miles Mykkanen, and baritone Jarrett Ott, along with the Syracuse University Oratorio Society and The Syracuse Orchestra!

Opera's Greatest Hits

The Oncenter Civic Center Theaters

Opera Orlando heads to Westeros as it closes its 2023-24 MainStage series with a Game of Thrones inspired take on Donizetti’s bel canto masterpiece Lucia di Lammermoor. A tale of love, jealousy, betrayal, and madness, Lady Lucia Ashton is torn between allegiance to her family and her love for Edgardo–sworn enemy to the Ashton household. A forced marriage leads to tragic ends for all involved in this gorgeous operatic treatment of Sir Walter Scott’s gothic romance The Bride of Lammermoor.

Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts

Opera Orlando heads to Westeros as it closes its 2023-24 MainStage series with a Game of Thrones-inspired take on Donizetti’s bel canto masterpiece Lucia di Lammermoor. A tale of love, betrayal, and madness, Lucia is torn between allegiance to her family and her love for Edgardo–her brother Enrico’s sworn enemy. A forced marriage leads to tragic ends for all involved in this gorgeous operatic treatment of Sir Walter Scott’s gothic romance The Bride of Lammermoor.

LUCIA di LAMMERMOOR

The story about the love between Queen Elizabeth I and Robert Devereux, the Earl of Essex, forms the final piece of the so-called  Tudor trilogy by the Italian bel canto composer Gaetano Donizetti .

Roberto Devereux

National Opera & Ballet

The passionate melody and lyrics of arias, duets, trios, and choruses by Mozart, Bizet, Puccini, Verdi, Masagni, and Wagner come to life when the South Bend Lyric Opera and Vesper Chorale join the Symphony for this dynamic performance.

A Night at the Opera

Micheal Dewayne Jackson, Voice – Master’s Recital

University of Arizona

Student Recital: Abigail Cunningham

Carnegie Mellon University

Louis Armstrong Park

An intruder is detected near the Scottish home of the Ashton family (Lammermoor Castle). A guard confirms to Enrico, Lord of Lammermoor, that the intruder is Edgardo of Ravenswood, a long rival. He has come for Lucia, Enrico’s sister. Lucia meets Edgardo, and they exchange rings and vow to marry.

Carnegie Mellon Philharmonic Soloist Competition | Preliminaries

Hope Metts is a soprano known for her flexible, silvery voice and her vivacious stage presence. Her most notable opera roles include Rose Maurrant in Weill’s Street Scene, Monica in Menotti’s The Medium, Mademoiselle Silberklang in Mozart's The Impresario, and Belinda in Purcell’s Dido and Aeneas. Hope’s future performances include scenes as Lucia from Donizetti’s Lucia di Lammermoor and Gilda from Verdi’s Rigoletto, as well as Donna Anna in Mozart’s Don Giovanni. She has participated in masterclasses with Sherrill Milnes, Susan Quittmeyer, and Morris Robinson. Hope has also studied and appeared in concert with Simon Estes. She was selected to be a Study Grant Artist with the Savannah VOICE Festival in 2022 and 2023, and was a featured soloist for the program’s 2022 VOICES in the Cathedral concert in Tarpon Springs, FL. Hope has also appeared as a soloist in Handel’s Messiah at the Collegiate United Methodist Church in Ames, IA and Vivaldi’s Gloria with the Carnegie Mellon Philharmonic Orchestra in Pittsburgh, PA. Hope is a graduate of Iowa State University and is currently pursuing her masters in vocal performance at Carnegie Mellon University with Maria Spacagna.

Student Recital: Hope Metts

Study concert with voice students under Eva Hess Thaysen

Study concert with voice students

DKDM

Giovani Voci alla Fenice offers you the opportunity to listen to the stars of tomorrow in a program of some of the most beautiful arias in the repertoire together with the Teatro La Fenice Orchestra, conducted for the occasion by Maestra Gianna Fratta.

Gala Giovani Voci Alla Fenice

Teatro La Fenice

Deceit leads to murder and madness, in Donizetti's masterpiece, based on Sir Walter Scott's The Bride of Lammermoor.  To save his family's fortunes, Enrico Ashton has promised his sister Lucia's hand to a Scottish nobleman, instead of Edgardo, the man she loves, and a member of a rival family.  The ensuing drama is excitingly captured in Donizetti's beautifully romantic music, with many well-known operatic highlights including Lucia's famous mad scene.

Sarasota Opera House

Donizetti’s charming comedy is about a wide eyed country boy in love with the mayor’s daughter, so what setting could be better than a small farming town in the old west? In this ingenious update, the naive Nemorino believes that a love potion will win Adina’s heart. Blossoming from a shy cowboy to a plucky entrepreneur, he captures both his sweetheart and the American dream over the course of this delightful opera buffa.

Elixir of Love

The Charlotte Performing Arts Center

Fast making a name for himself as one of today’s most promising young singers, bass William Thomas joins forces with pianist Florent Mourier for an evening of rare songs by Donizetti and the cherished romanzes by Verdi. A finalist in the 2023 BBC Singer of the World Song Prize, Thomas makes his Opera Rara recording debut later this season singing Jacopo Fiesco in the 1857 original version of Verdi’s Simon Boccanegra. The intimate evening of song includes a reception with the artists following the concert at the Lansdowne Club.

William Thomas and Florent Mourier Salon Concert

The Lansdowne Club

A cast of internationally acclaimed guest performers and renowned stage director Beth Greenberg join Maestro Wroe and NJFO to present Donizetti's haunting tragedy of rival families, thwarted love, unhealthy obsessions and the manipulation of an innocent woman by the men in her life.

Renaissance Church

Given a mid-20th century Technicolour makeover by the acclaimed creative duo of costume/set designer André Barbe and stage director/choreographer Renaud Doucet, Don Pasquale’s world bustles with a ramshackle vibrancy.

The aging bachelor’s scheme to marry and disinherit his rebellious nephew Ernesto is countered by a hilarious bait-and-switch caper hatched by Dr. Malatesta and Ernesto’s love, Norina, going undercover as Pasquale’s new and decidedly not-as-advertised bride.

Queen Elizabeth Theatre

Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium

When young villager Nemorino’s dream of winning the beautiful Adina’s heart is on the rocks, he turns to a traveling purveyor of patent medicines and California citrus in search of a love potion. After drinking every last drop of an unusually zesty “elixir,” Nemorino feels his luck might just turn around. This heartwarming comedy with notes of sincerity (and a twist of fresh orange juice) embodies all the richness of Donizetti’s artistry and is simply too good to keep bottled up! 

The Elixir Of Love

Ordway Center for the Performing Arts

La Mer: an endless source of inspiration for artists from Claude Debussy to Charles Trenet. It really doesn’t have to be the Côte d’Azur or the Mediterranean coasts. Ostend was Europe’s leading seaside town in the late 19th century. A place where you could enjoy sun, sea and beach. Where one could parade among the beau monde. Where you could simultaneously listen and be seen at the Kursaal’s renowned concerts and recitals. They had the very greatest conductors and composers on the rostrum and the largest stars in classical music were visiting… and one James Sidney Edouard Ensor was in the loyal audience. The quirky painter was a loyal guest at the Théâtre Royale d’Ostende.

Caruso & Friends | Ensor Festival

Kursaal Oostende

A Winter Celebration Concert

Lyric Theatre @ Illinois performs scenes from beloved operas, including L’incoronazione di Poppea, Beatrice et Bénedict, L’elisir d’amore, The Turn of the Screw, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Le Nozze di Figaro, Don Pasquale, and Der Rosenkavalier.

Opera Scenes

Krannert Center for the Performing Arts

Juan Diego Flórez is a superstar tenor adored by fans and critics worldwide. With “phrasing and breath control [that] are things to wonder at” (The Guardian), his voice has been likened to “the engine in a Porsche 911; when you hear it, you know you’re in the presence of something finely tuned and luxurious” (Opera News). Flórez’s most recent Carnegie Hall recital “had the audience exploding in joy” (The New Criterion), and it’s safe to say this concert will, too, with selections by Rossini, Donizetti, Verdi, Puccini, and more.

Juan Diego Flórez, Tenor Vincenzo Scalera, Piano

Carnegie Hall

An Evening at the Opera

The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts

With no money, no confidence, and no hope of winning the hand of the alluring hotel owner Adina, the young waiter Nemorino entrusts his chance of romance to a quack salesman and a dubious bottle of. . . magic elixir.
Passions bubble to the surface in Gaetano Donizetti’s effervescent comedy The Elixir of Love, a quest for passion and romance on the sunny Mediterranean Riviera.
Director Daniel Slater and designer Robert Innes Hopkins create a sun-soaked world of pleasure where cocktails flow freely and hot-air balloons glide across the sky—a harkening back to Federico Fellini’s La Dolce Vita, brought to musical life under the baton of conductor Ramón Tebar in his company debut.

War Memorial Opera House

Soprano Elena Zamudio and pianist James Southall present a concert of rare and forgotten songs alongside some of opera's greatest arias. Elena Zamudio, a recent winner of the Janet Price Opera Prize and the Sir Ian Stoutzker Prize at the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama, was a finalist in the 2022 Kathleen Ferrier Awards. She is joined by the Music Director for the David Seligman Opera Studio at the Royal Welsh College, James Southall, in a program that also features recently restored songs by Donizetti, a part of Opera Rara's Donizetti Song Project. Following Ms Zamudio and Mr Southall's performance, a contrasting encore of selections from Wolf's Italienisches Liederbuch will be presented by soprano Helen Lacey and pianist Stella Marie Lorenz. The intimate evening includes a post-concert reception with artists which spans the gallery of Sloane Street Auctions, together with their neighbour, the bar-restaurant Chucs.

Elena Zamudio and James Southall Salon Concert

Sloane Street Auctions

Join the Ames Chapter of the Des Moines Metro Opera Guild for an enlightening evening dedicated to Gaetano Donizetti, a towering figure in the bel canto opera tradition. This special event, titled "Ames Guild: Donizetti: Titan of Bel Canto Opera," is scheduled for November 14, 2023, from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. It will take place in the Grand Room at Northcrest Community, located at 2300 Northcrest Parkway, Ames.

The evening's program will be presented by John Hill, who will offer fascinating insights into the life and works of Gaetano Donizetti, the composer behind beloved operatic masterpieces such as "The Elixir of Love," "Don Pasquale," and "Lucia di Lammermoor." This event promises to be a captivating experience for opera enthusiasts and anyone interested in the rich history of classical music.

Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the world of bel canto opera with fellow music lovers and experts. Mark your calendars and add this event to your schedule for an unforgettable exploration of Donizetti's legacy.

Ames Guild: "donizetti: Titan Of Bel Canto Opera"

Northcrest Community

Collaborative Piano Department Recital

Bowes Center

As the father of American ballet, George Balanchine opened the eyes and ears of audiences to the marriage of music and dance. He famously said, “see the music, hear the dance.” Balanchine Extravaganza celebrates that marriage of music and dance with three of Mr. B’s finest works.

Balanchine Extravaganza

Balboa Theatre

Studio Recitals feature students who all study with the same faculty instructor. These young artists represent their studio with a program curated by their teacher.

Voice Students of César Ulloa

San Francisco Conservatory of Music

Hijinks and cunning flourish in this delightful comic opera. A crochety miser is thwarted in his attempts to thwart his nephew out of an inheritance. With the guise and wit of a clever young woman and a family friend, the old man becomes tangled in the vines of his own buffoonery.

Orpheum Tower

Shy cameraman Nemorino is hopelessly in love with film star Adina, but will she ever look behind the scenes, or past her super self-confident co-star, Belcore, to give him a chance? Enter “Doctor” Dulcamara from craft services, whose magic love potion is guaranteed to do the trick! Several swigs later, a comedy of blockbuster proportions unfolds – on screen and off! Drink in Donizetti’s delectable comic delight, delicious from the first sip to the last. Guaranteed no hangover – just a Hollywood ending!

Alaska Center for the Performing Arts

**Lucie de Lammermoor at Opéra de Québec**

Join us for a mesmerizing evening at the Grand Théâtre de Québec as the Opéra de Québec proudly presents "Lucie de Lammermoor," a masterpiece by Donizetti, performed in its captivating French version. This production, a co-creation with the Opéra de Tours, brings to life the romantic and tragic tale set in 16th century Scotland, featuring the heart-wrenching story of Lucie and Edgard, lovers entangled in a web of family hatred, betrayal, and madness.

**Performance Dates & Times:**
- October 21, 24, and 26, 2023, at 7:30 p.m.
- October 28, 2023, at 2:00 p.m.

**Location:**
Grand Théâtre de Québec, 269, boul. René-Lévesque Est, Quebec City, QC

**Duration:**
2 hours and 30 minutes, including intermission

**About the Production:**
First created on August 6, 1839, at the Théâtre de la Renaissance, "Lucie de Lammermoor" is Donizetti's French adaptation of his own Italian opera, "Lucia di Lammermoor." This version, set against the backdrop of romantic Scotland, tells the story of Lucie, the sole female character, whose descent into madness is both enchanting and tragic. The production features the Orchestre symphonique de Québec and the Opéra de Québec chorus, with French surtitles to complement the performance.

**Cast:**
- LUCIE: Jodie Devos
- EDGARD: Julien Dran
- HENRI: Hugo Laporte
- And more talented artists.

**Creative Team:**
- Musical Direction: Jean-Marie Zeitouni
- Stage Direction: Nicola Berloffa
- Scenography: Andrea Belli
- Lighting: Valerio Tiberi

**Tickets:**
Available for purchase online, by phone at the Grand Théâtre de Québec Ticket Office (418 643-8131), or in person at the Grand Théâtre de Québec. Office hours vary, so please check in advance.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the dramatic intensity and exquisite music of "Lucie de Lammermoor" at the Opéra de Québec. Reserve your seats today and be part of a night filled with passion, drama, and unforgettable performances.

Lucie de Lammermoor

Grand Théâtre de Québec

Set in Sonoma’s wine country, Donizetti’s L’elisir d’amore takes audiences on a romantic and comedic journey with gorgeous melodies, featuring soprano Marie-Eve Munger from Lyric Opera of Chicago. A classic rom-com: Nemorino is desperately in love with Adina. Adina could not be less interested. After a second glass of wine (and small inherited fortune he’s unaware of, but the women in town found out about), now that sweet guy seems a little more interesting. This opera will sweep you off your feet, and leave you wondering about the power of wine!

Elixir of Love / L’elisir d’amore

Marcus Performing Arts Center

Join mezzo-soprano Kezia Bienek and pianist James Southall as they explore rare songs that have been hidden in the Foyle Opera Rara Collection. The programme features songs and operatic excerpts by Gaetano Donizetti and his contemporaries, mixing well-known examples of the mezzo-soprano repertoire with songs that have been hidden in the archives since their creation in the early 19th century.

Kezia Bienek and James Southall Salon Concert

Stone House

The luminous Spanish soprano Serena Sáenz makes her U.S. debut as Norina in Donizetti’s classic comedy, Don Pasquale" class="css-u850">Don Pasquale. The stellar cast includes tenor Thomas Cilluffo as Ernesto, baritone Alexey Lavrov as Dr. Malatesta, and baritone Lucas Meachem as Don Pasquale. Noah Lindquist leads Festival Orchestra Napa in this enduring tale of love and deception. Jean-Romain Vesperini directs.

Manetti Shrem Opera

Festival Napa Valley Stage at Charles Krug

Festival Orchestra Napa's appearance is made possible through a generous gift from Tatiana and Gerret Copeland, proprietors of Bouchaine Vineyards.

Frost School at Festival Napa Valley is a multiyear partnership with the University of Miami, featuring Frost School of Music faculty and students playing a lead role in the Festival’s university-level educational, chamber music, and orchestral music programming.

Opera Scenes with Manetti Shrem Summer Conservatory Vocalists

The Culinary Institute of America at Copia

A stirring drama of faith and martyrdom by Donizetti at peak inspiration.

Poliuto

Montclair State University

Rose Theater

The Festival’s 2023 Manetti Shrem Summer Conservatory Fellows join together for a special program celebrating the vocal arts. These young professional singers are taking part in an intensive 3-week program of performance and study with some of today’s foremost vocal teachers and coaches. Come hear the voices of the stars of tomorrow!

Festival Live! Concert Series

Lucia di Lammermoor, a tragic drama. Opera in three Acts, music by Gaetano Donizetti with Libretto by Salvatore Cammarano based upon Sir Walter Scott’s historical novel The Bride of Lammermoor.

Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center

A Night at the Opera brings the finest opera stars to our stage, including the renowned tenor Paul Groves and mezzo-soprano Michelle DeYoung, known for her multiple Wagnerian roles on the Met stage and around the world. She is also known for creating the role of the Shaman in Tan Dun’s The First Emperor at the Met Opera. The concert also features the Rockport debut of soprano Sydney Baedke noted by Opera Canada as a “rising star to watch.” Enjoy all your favorite arias!

Shalin Liu Performance Center

The heart wants what the heart wants. At Scotland’s Lammermoor Castle, Lucia and Edgardo are entwined in a forbidden romance. Despite their families’ age-old feud, they vow to give everything up for love. But Lucia’s disapproving brother Enrico endeavors to undo the lovers’ promise and marry Lucia off in a more lucrative pairing. The deception becomes a curse, leading Lucia and Edgardo to make terrible new vows once hope for love is lost. 

Cincinnati Music Hall

New Amsterdam Opera takes on Donizetti's masterpiece Lucrezia Borgia in their ever-expanding series of opera in concert experiences.

Lucrezia Borgia

Sanctuary Theater

Performers include: Megan Chang and Ethan Lee, violins; Ryan Butler, bass; Jisue Choi, piano; and trio with Aimee Co, violin; Andrew Kim, cello; and Simon Shelley, piano. Plus, Melina Soberg, soprano and Bijan Emiliano Ferdows, baritone/bass. Jennie Jung is the assisting pianist.

Gaetano Donizetti

Composer

Events

Upcoming events

Nov 30, 2024 - Jan 12, 2025

Prima la Mamma! · Deutsche Oper am Rhein

14 - 15 Jan, 2025

Chicago Symphony Orchestra · Naples Philharmonic

Jan 16 - Feb 8, 2025

Maria Stuarda · Royal Danish Opera

18 - 19 Jan, 2025

The Elixir of Love · Fort Worth Opera

Jan 26, 2025

Faszination Klassik: Große Opernchöre · Münchner Symphoniker

Past events

Nov 30, 2024 - Jan 12, 2025

Prima la Mamma! · Deutsche Oper am Rhein

Nov 19, 2024

2024 November Concert · DeKalb Symphony Orchestra

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