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Loosely based on the Greek myth of Demeter and Persephone, Ruinous Gods explores the psychological toll experienced by displaced refugee children. This vital world premiere opera follows a desperate mother’s attempts to revive her 12-year- old daughter who has fallen into a non-responsive sleep triggered by trauma. The child’s journey through an underworld-inspired dreamscape forms the backdrop for a groundbreaking score that weaves Arabic maqam and Western classical music traditions with diverse Middle Eastern influences, jazz, and improvisation. At turns painful, humorous, and hopeful, Ruinous Gods urges crucial conversations about how governments and societies treat migrant families.

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Ruinous Gods

College of Charleston

Immerse yourself in the heart-wrenching beauty of Giacomo Puccini's timeless opera, "La bohème," presented by the San Diego Opera at the prestigious San Diego Civic Theatre, located at 1100 Third Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101. This captivating production is scheduled for an exclusive run with performances on Friday, November 1, 2024, at 7:30 pm, Saturday, November 2, 2024, at 7:30 pm, and a matinee on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at 2:00 pm. 

"La bohème" explores the lives of a group of young, struggling artists in 19th-century Paris, focusing on the passionate and tumultuous love story between the poet Rodolfo and the seamstress Mimì. This opera is celebrated for its beautiful melodies, including some of Puccini's most famous arias, making it a touching narrative of love, friendship, and loss. The San Diego Opera's 60th Season opens with this masterpiece, marking a poignant return to the very first opera that inaugurated its journey.

This production features a stellar cast, including thrilling debuts and the return of San Diego Opera favorites. Kathleen O’Mara and Tasha Koontz share the role of Mimì, with performances by Joshua Blue and César Delgado as Rodolfo. The cast also includes Latonia Moore as Musetta, Leroy Davis as Marcello, and Harold Wilson as Colline, under the baton of the debut conductor Lidiya Yankovskaya, leading the San Diego Symphony Orchestra.

The opera is sung in Italian with English and Spanish subtitles projected above the stage, ensuring an accessible and immersive experience for all attendees. Enhance your evening with a pre-opera talk, starting at 6:40 pm before the Friday and Saturday performances and at 1:10 pm before the Sunday matinee, offering deeper insights into the opera's themes and production. Additionally, a post-opera Talk-Back session is available after the Saturday and Sunday performances, providing a unique opportunity to engage with the stars and cast.

Join us for a memorable night at the opera with "La bohème," a production that promises to be a highlight of the San Diego Opera's season, celebrating the enduring power of love and art. Tickets are available now for this limited engagement. Don't miss the chance to experience one of opera's greatest works in a production that connects past, present, and future.

Leroy Davis

Baritone

Events

May 24 - Jun 1, 2024

Ruinous Gods · Spoleto Festival USA

1 - 3 Nov, 2024

La bohème · San Diego Opera

Future and recently performed repertoire

Marcello in La bohème by Puccini

San Diego Opera

Blue Dove/ Dr. Undertow in Ruinous Gods by Chaker

Spoleto Festival USA

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