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The 2024 Gala showcase concert will feature singers of diverse ethnic backgrounds singing repertoire that features their individual heritages. This “Voices of Home” Gala will mark the company debuts of soprano Kristina Lewis, tenor William Lim, and baritone Grant Youngblood. Returning singers to the company include sopranos Laurice Simmons Kennel, Kirsten C. Kunkle, and Marisa Robinson, mezzo-soprano Paula Rivera-Dantagnan, and tenor Robert Tucker. David Hearn will make his collaborative piano debut with WCO, after having served as the chorus master for last season’s “Hänsel und Gretel.”

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Voices Of Home

Presbyterian Church of the Covenant

Virginia Opera’s season comes to a stunning close with Puccini’s Madama Butterfly, one of opera’s most beloved works. Bound by tradition and honor, a young Japanese maiden is left to face an unspeakable aftermath when abandoned by a reckless American naval officer. Puccini’s haunting score is filled with unforgettable music of unparalleled beauty that will stay with you forever.

Madama Butterfly

George Mason University

Dominion Energy Center

Harrison Opera House

The story of the jester Rigoletto, his naive daughter Gilda, and the treacherous Duke of Mantua was nearly banned by censors upon its debut, but it went on to become one of Verdi’s most championed works. In particular, pieces like “Caro nome,” “La donna é mobile,” and “Bella figlia dell’amore” propelled opera forward during Verdi’s lifetime and challenged and inspired the audience of yesterday and today. The legendary storm music in the final act carries all of Verdi’s tumultuous passion as he creates one of opera’s most evocative scenes. 

Rigoletto

The Grand Opera House

Rigoletto serves as the court jester for the licentious Duke of Mantua.  His life is filled with secrecy and pain, as he tries to protect his beloved daughter Gilda from the Duke's predatory advances. Trapped in a web of betrayal and vengeance, Rigoletto's desperate attempts to save Gilda from tragedy ultimately lead to a heart-rending climax and a powerful exploration of human emotions and the consequences of one's actions.

Towson University

Opera Baltimore continues its popular performance + beverage tasting series this season: Thirsty Thursdays at the Opera. Our upcoming event serves as a prelude, offering a glimpse into the artistic brilliance and dedication of the cast that will illuminate the stage when our production of Rigoletto comes to life. Each musical selection is expertly paired with specialty drinks interspersed throughout the evening. Each event features four hand-selected beers, wines, or specialty cocktails.

Thirsty Thursdays at the Opera

The Engineers Club

Prepare to be swept away by one of opera’s most tragic love stories.  The tale of the stunning courtesan Violetta and the hopelessly romantic Alfredo is woven with some of the best-known music in the repertoire.  La Traviata’s high points are matched with tears in the tragic end.

La Traviata

Julia Roberts would never have wooed Richard Gere, and Nicole Kidman wouldn’t have rocked the Moulin Rouge without La Traviata! Prepare to be swept away by one of opera’s most tragic love stories and the inspiration for these two iconic films: Pretty Woman and Moulin Rouge! The tale of the stunning courtesan Violetta and the hopelessly romantic Alfredo is woven with some of the best-known music in the repertoire. La Traviata’s high points are matched with tears in the tragic end. See for yourself why this story endures!

Grant Youngblood

Baritone

Events

Past events

3 - 5 May, 2024

Voices Of Home · Wilmington Concert Opera

8 - 24 Mar, 2024

Madama Butterfly · Virginia Opera

Future and recently performed repertoire

Germont in La traviata by Verdi

Richmond Symphony

Rigoletto in Rigoletto by Verdi

Opera Baltimore

Sharpless in Madama Butterfly by Puccini

Virginia Opera

Giorgio Germont in La traviata by Verdi

Virginia Opera

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