Director Douglas Anderson reimagines this classic opera as a contemporary urban tale. Puccini's characters are young artists who have come to the big city to make a name for themselves.  "As we all learned in the 70s and 80s," says Anderson, "those ambitions are easily dashed." It's a timeless story of hope, struggle, romance and disappointment, all bathed in the most glorious music ever written. With a superb cast of professional singers from across the country and a full orchestra under the baton of Maestro Filippo Ciabatti. Sung in Italian with English supertitles.

OCM Mainstage: LA BOHÈME

Town Hall Theater

Rigoletto is a gripping opera that delves into the depths of human emotion, showcasing the tragic tale of Rigoletto a court jester consumed by vengeance. The opera follows Rigoletto’s tumultuous journey as he navigates the intricate webs of power, deceit, and desire. With its iconic characters, including the manipulative Duke of Mantua and the innocent Gilda, Verdi’s masterpiece weaves a narrative of love, betrayal, and redemption.

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Rigoletto

Royal Theatre

When young Angelina momentarily escapes her ungrateful stepfamily to attend a royal ball in disguise, she meets Prince Ramiro, who vows to find her after she disappears into the night. In this city-centric take on the Cinderella story, two familiar Boston neighborhoods set the stage where boy and girl meet and sweep each other off their feet. With its beautiful melodies and sparkling vocals, the magic of Rossini’s energetic score illuminates the heart of the story. Don’t miss BLO’s new production of La Cenerentola, conducted by David Angus and directed by Dawn M. Simmons in her opera debut.

La Cenerentola (Cinderella)

Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre

One chance meeting can change people's lives forever.  When Rodolfo hears a knock at his door on Christmas Eve, opera's greatest love story is launched!  Puccini's soaring, aching melodies perfectly capture the emotion of every moment, from the exhilaration of young love at first sight to the story's unforgettable and heartbreaking conclusion.  The unbridled passion of this ageless tale has made it a favorite of audiences for over a century.

La Bohème

Colonial Theatre

Often hailed as the gold standard of opera, Mozart’s masterful portrayal of an extraordinary wedding day marries sparkling wit with profound insights on love, aging, forgiveness, and, ultimately, the joy of coming together. As they prepare to tie the knot, Susanna and Figaro must contend with their amorous employer Count Almaviva; his wife, the Countess; the scheming Marcellina; and a colorful cast of characters who place numerous (and often amusing) obstacles in their path to the altar. Love wins, carried by music of breathtaking beauty, warmth, and humanity.

James Demler

Events

Upcoming events

7 - 15 Nov, 2026

The Marriage of Figaro · Lyric Opera of Kansas City

Past events

Jun 14, 2025

OCM Mainstage: LA BOHÈME · Opera Company of Middlebury

Jun 8, 2025

OCM Mainstage: LA BOHÈME · Opera Company of Middlebury

Future and recently performed repertoire

Count Monterone in Rigoletto by Verdi

Pacific Opera Victoria

Doctor Bartolo in The Marriage of Figaro by Mozart

Lyric Opera of Kansas City

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