Director

Where love is concerned, too much is not even enough. Rosina is young, clever, and wealthy, but her greedy guardian desires her and her fortune for himself. Using her wits to outsmart him and find her true love, she enlists Figaro, the mischievous and well-connected local barber, who has more than a few tricks up his sleeve. Plans go awry (resulting in several close shaves) against the backdrop of Gioachino Rossini’s iconic score as romance and a little old-fashioned trickery combine in one of the best-loved comedies of all time.

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The Barber Of Seville

Ordway Center for the Performing Arts

La Bohème is a timeless story of young love, set in the heart of 19th century Paris. The opera follows the lives of a group of Bohemian artists, including the poet Rodolfo and his seamstress lover Mimi, as they navigate poverty, friendship, and romance.



La Bohème

Bass Performance Hall

On Friday, February 9th, and Sunday, February 11th, 2024 at the Lobero the company presents a new production of Verdi’s historical melodrama Il trovatore (“The troubadour”). A story of superstition, revenge, and ill-fated love in medieval Spain combined with some of Verdi’s most passionate melodies including the famous “Anvil Chorus”, makes Il trovatore the quintessential Italian romantic opera. The powerhouse cast stars tenor Harold Meers (Il tabarro, 2021, Carmen, 2016) soprano Karin Wolverton (Eugene Onegin, 2019), baritone Timothy Mix (Das Rheingold, 2021) and bass Andrew Potter (Don Pasquale, 2021), with mezzo soprano Deborah Nansteel making her company debut. Kostis Protopapas conducts the Opera Santa Barbara Orchestra and Chorus. Chuck Hudson directs a new production designed by Steven Kemp.

Il trovatore

Lobero Theatre

Operatic singers auditioned from around the globe to participate in the IC Opera Studio where they were staged in scenes guided by directors earning a professional certificate from the IC Opera Direction Program. The participating directors have been working since January with stage director Chuck Hudson, while the singers have been working with musical director Christopher Zemliauskas, along with conductors and acting coaches.

Opera Showcase Performance

Ithaca College

Swords clash, secrets burn, and voices soar in Verdi’s Il Trovatore. A noblewoman in love, an outcast seeking vengeance, and a fateful secret set the stage for this pulse-pounding thriller filled with unforgettable twists and jaw-dropping drama. Featuring fiery arias and powerful ensembles, including the booming “Anvil Chorus,” this opera is a must-see for lovers of high stakes and high notes!

Director

Chuck Hudson

Events

Upcoming events

17 - 19 Apr, 2026

Il Trovatore · North Carolina Opera

Past events

3 - 18 May, 2025

The Barber Of Seville · Minnesota Opera

5 - 7 Apr, 2024

La Bohème · Fort Worth Opera

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