Costume Designer

The Glimmerglass Festival is thrilled to announce the world premiere of the youth opera "Rumpelstiltskin and the Unlovable Children," a captivating new work by Jens Ibsen with a libretto by Cecelia Raker. This enchanting opera, sung in English with projected English texts, unfolds the tale of a group of feral, so-called unlovable children living deep in the forest under the tyrannical care of the evil wizard Rumpelstiltskin. Tasked with endless chores, dental hygiene, and emotional sharing, these children find their mundane existence upended when Rumpelstiltskin shares a story that challenges their self-perceptions and unveils hidden truths about their identities.

Set against a backdrop of mystery and self-discovery, the opera follows Goldie, the eldest of the children, as she grapples with a life-altering revelation. Learning she is the long-lost daughter of a queen forced into marriage by the king, Goldie must choose between embracing a life of royalty she had only imagined or remaining with the unconventional family that has shown her unconditional acceptance.

This production, generously sponsored by Van Broughton Ramsey and Robert Nelson, with youth tickets sponsored by the Zambello Gay Tribute Fund, promises an hour of mesmerizing music, compelling narrative, and profound themes of identity and belonging. Directed by Joshua R. Horowitz, with choreography by Amanda Testini, costume design by Erik Teague, and set design by James Rotondo, the opera is a testament to the creative spirit of the Glimmerglass Festival.

Performances are scheduled for August 6, 8, and 11, 2024, offering a unique opportunity for audiences of all ages to engage with contemporary opera. Tickets are priced at $20, with free admission for youth 12 and under, making it an accessible cultural experience for families.

Join us at the Glimmerglass Festival for "Rumpelstiltskin and the Unlovable Children" and immerse yourself in a world of myth, mystery, and adventure. This summer, let your imagination soar and discover the power of stories to transform our understanding of ourselves and each other.

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Rumpelstiltskin and the Unlovable Children

Alice Busch Opera Theater

### Event Description: Pagliacci at The Glimmerglass Festival 2024

**Event:** Pagliacci  
**Dates:** July 27 - August 18, 2024  
**Location:** The Glimmerglass Festival, Cooperstown, NY  
**Tickets:** Available for purchase now

#### Overview:
Experience the gripping drama and passionate performances of Ruggero Leoncavallo’s *Pagliacci* at the 2024 Glimmerglass Festival. This new production of the beloved opera intertwines a farcical play performed by a troupe of clowns with a harrowing tale of jealous love, inspired by a true crime report. The immersive festival setting adds a unique third frame to the opera, featuring a pre-opera picnic performance, "Lyrics on the Lawn," on the outdoor stage.

#### Performance Details:
- **Music and Libretto:** Ruggero Leoncavallo
- **Language:** Sung in Italian with projected English text
- **Outdoor Picnic Performance:** 40 minutes, begins one hour before curtain
- **Mainstage Performance:** 1 hour and 45 minutes

#### Performance Dates:
- July 27 (matinee)
- July 29 (matinee)
- August 2
- August 6 (matinee)
- August 8
- August 10
- August 18 (matinee)

#### Creative Team:
- **Conductor:** Joseph Colaneri
- **Director:** Brenna Corner
- **Choreographer:** Eric Sean Fogel
- **Set Designer:** James Rotondo
- **Costume Designer:** Erik Teague
- **Lighting Designer:** Robert Wierzel
- **Hair & Makeup Designer:** Tom Watson
- **Chorus Director:** Katherine Kozak

#### Synopsis:
The opera begins with an aging Tonio recalling his days with a traveling commedia dell’arte troupe. The story unfolds as the troupe arrives in a village to perform. Canio, who plays Pagliaccio, becomes suspicious of his wife Nedda’s fidelity. The tension escalates when Tonio, rejected by Nedda, informs Canio of her affair with Silvio. The boundaries between the staged farce and real-life drama blur during the evening performance, leading to a tragic conclusion.

#### Cast:
- **Canio:** Robert Stahley
- **Nedda:** Amber Monroe
- **Tonio:** Troy Cook
- **Silvio:** Jonathan Patton
- **Peppe:** Fran Daniel Laucerica
- **Clown Performer/Consultant:** Holly Adams
- **Ensemble:** Henry Benson, Lauryn Davis, Benjamin Dickerson, SarahAnn Duffy, Saane Aziza Halaholo, Kaylan Hernandez, Emilie Kealani, Seiyoung Kim, Evan Lazdowski, Winona Martin, Tshilidzi Ndou, Daniel O’Hearn, Ajit Persaud, Namarea Randolph-Yosea, Alexandra Sanchez, Geoffrey Schmelzer, Tzytle Steinman, Joshua Thomas, Catherine Thornsley, Kyle Sanchez Tingzon, Ethel Trujillo, Zizhao Wang, Xiao Xiao
- **Dancers:** Kailee Brandt, Peter Murphy, Scout Santoro

#### Special Notes:
- **Generously Sponsored By:** Elizabeth M. and Jean-Marie R. Eveillard

Join us for an unforgettable summer of myth, mystery, and adventure at The Glimmerglass Festival. Secure your tickets now and be part of this extraordinary operatic experience.

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Pagliacci

Alice Busch Opera Theater of Cooperstown 

Immerse yourself in a world where the lines between reality and performance blur at The Glimmerglass Festival's new production of "Pagliacci." This gripping opera, composed and with a libretto by Ruggero Leoncavallo, is sung in Italian with projected English texts, ensuring an accessible and deeply engaging experience for all attendees. Set against the backdrop of a traveling troupe of players, "Pagliacci" explores themes of love, jealousy, and the tragic consequences of blurred realities through its compelling narrative and emotionally charged music.

The festival proudly presents this opera from July 27 to August 18, 2024, offering a unique pre-opera experience, "Lyrics on the Lawn," an outdoor picnic performance that begins 40 minutes before the curtain rises. The mainstage performance, lasting 1 hour and 45 minutes, promises to captivate audiences with its intensity and dramatic depth.

Under the generous sponsorship of Elizabeth M. and Jean-Marie R. Eveillard, the production boasts a talented creative team, including conductor Joseph Colaneri, director Brenna Corner, choreographer Eric Sean Fogel, and a host of other skilled professionals dedicated to bringing this story to life.

The cast features Holly Adams as a Clown Performer/Consultant, Robert Stahley as Canio, Amber Monroe as Nedda, Troy Cook as Tonio, Jonathan Patton as Silvio, Fran Daniel Laucerica as Peppe, and a vibrant ensemble that adds depth and color to the performance.

Set in a village where a troupe of players arrives to perform, the opera unfolds a tale of love, betrayal, and vengeance that mirrors the drama of the characters' offstage lives. As the boundary between performance and reality dissolves, the audience is drawn into a powerful narrative that culminates in an unforgettable climax.

Don't miss the opportunity to experience this masterful blend of comedy, thriller, and tragedy at The Glimmerglass Festival. Secure your tickets now for a summer filled with myth, mystery, and adventure, and support the arts by becoming a part of the Glimmerglass community.

The Glimmerglass Festival

Shostakovich’s absurdist masterpiece makes its long anticipated Chicago debut in a new production by legendary director Francesca Zambello. Kovalyov wakes up one morning to discover his nose has not only taken on a life of its own, but is a high-ranking government official. Kovalyov chases his nose around the streets of St. Petersburg in a hilarious series of events, encountering many quirky characters along the way. With an electrifying avant-garde score by legendary Russian composer Dmitiri Shostakovich, it is sure to appeal to your scents of humor.

The Nose

Harris Theater

**Ragtime at Signature Theatre**

Signature Theatre proudly presents the Tony Award-winning musical, "Ragtime," a riveting portrait of America at the dawn of the 20th century. This epic tale intertwines the stories of three diverse American families, set against a backdrop of historical figures, as they navigate the vibrant and tumultuous era. With a rich tapestry of musical styles, "Ragtime" offers a profound look at the promise and prejudice of the American experience.

**Event Details:**
- **Dates:** October 24, 2023, to January 7, 2024
- **Location:** Signature Theatre, 4200 Campbell Ave., Arlington, Virginia 22206
- **Running Time:** Approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes, including one 15-minute intermission.
- **Age Recommendation:** Mature upper elementary aged children and up. Signature does not admit children under 6 years of age. Parents are advised to use discretion based on content warnings.
- **Content Warnings:** Strong language, themes of racism, violence, guns/gunshot sounds, explosions, use of herbal cigarettes, death, and theatrical haze.

**Specialty Nights:**
- **Discussion Nights:** November 14 & December 6, 2023
- **Pride Night:** December 1, 2023
- **Masks Required Performances:** November 5, 2PM; November 14, 7:30PM; & January 5, 8PM
- **ASL Interpreted Performance:** December 15, 2023
- **Audio Described Performance:** December 10, 2PM

**About the Show:**
"Ragtime" is celebrated for its dynamic and moving score, and Signature Theatre's intimate staging brings a new depth to this expansive story. Critics hail it as a triumph, with TIME Magazine calling it "a triumph for the stage." The show has been praised for finding the perfect balance between epic storytelling and intimate moments, making it a must-see production.

**Tickets and More Information:**
For tickets, visit Signature Theatre's box office or their official website. Explore more about the show, including a detailed seating chart, content warnings, and the full cast and creative team. Don't miss the chance to experience this masterpiece, a stunning reflection on America's past that resonates with today's societal issues.

Join us at Signature Theatre for a journey through the music, stories, and heart of "Ragtime."

Ragtime

Signature Theatre

One hour prior to each performance, audience members are encouraged to attend a free lecture that is open to all ticket holders. These lectures, held in the Tobin Center’s Feik Rotunda, are designed to be educational for opera-goers of all ages and are offered to help the audience gain a better understanding of the production they are about to experience.

Hansel and Gretel

Tobin Center for the Performing Arts

Journey to a secluded upstate town, away from all the hustle and bustle but suspiciously short on cell reception. What will happen when a New York City transplant points out what the kids have been missing? Will the over-protective parents see the error of their ways, or will the grandparents need to step in to save the day? Glimmerglass is proud to present our annual youth opera on the Alice Busch Opera Theater mainstage again this season. This newly commissioned one-hour opera is fun for the whole family; all ages are welcome as we celebrate the talents of some of the youngest performers in our community alongside our Festival artists and world-class production team.

2023 The Rip Van Winkles

Christmas Eve, Paris, an attic garret...that first touch of cold hands in the dark as the music swells. Against the backdrop of 19th century Paris, the hopes and dreams of a group of young bohemians collide with the realities of poverty and disease. Whether it is your first or your hundredth experience, La bohème never fails to cast its spell. Packed with some of opera’s most cherished moments, this tale of tragic young love became the basis for the popular musicals Moulin Rouge and Rent. With a ravishing score that brought Puccini international fame, this is the perfect opera for first-timers and aficionados alike.

2023 La bohème

Step into the jungle, where adventure awaits! Orphaned child Mowgli seeks refuge with a group of wolves deep in the jungle. Should the pack accept Mowgli as its own, even if it makes an enemy of the dangerous tiger Shere Khan?

Jungle Book

Kennedy Center

Handel's charming and most performed opera since its creation, Acis & Galatea, tells a tale of love, jealousy, and mythological mischief. Director Meeker describes this production as “visual poetry”.  Imagine a shepherd falling for a sea nymph, only for a mythical cyclops to crash their love story. Fountains sprout from a lover’s tragic murder, adding a splash of resolution to heartbreak.

Acis & Galatea

Marcus Performing Arts Center

The House on Mango Street, a coming-of-age classic, has been acclaimed by critics, beloved by readers of all ages, taught in schools and universities alike, and translated around the world. Novelist Sandra Cisneros, winner of the PEN/Nabokov Award for Achievement in International Literature, has teamed up with Grammy-nominated composer Derek Bermel for an opera inspired by her classic book, which unfolds in a series of episodes seen through the eyes of a young girl. Through a series of interactions, which range from fascinating to funny to frightening, she comes to understand that storytelling is the medicine she can offer her community — and herself.

Erik Teague

Costume Designer

Events

Upcoming events

13 - 15 Dec, 2024

Jungle Book · Washington National Opera

14 - 16 Feb, 2025

Acis & Galatea · The Florentine Opera

Jul 18 - Aug 16, 2025

The House on Mango Street · Glimmerglass Festival

Past events

6 - 11 Aug, 2024

Rumpelstiltskin and the Unlovable Children · Glimmerglass Festival

Jul 27 - Aug 18, 2024

Pagliacci · Glimmerglass Festival

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