Amahl & the Night Visitors

The Grand Annex Music Hall

Our Mother of Good Counsel

A beloved holiday classic, Amahl and the Night Visitors is a one-act opera by Gian Carlo Menotti that tells the touching story of a poor shepherd boy and his mother, whose humble lives are forever changed by a miraculous visit from the Three Kings on their way to Bethlehem. Commissioned as the first opera written for television in the United States, it has become a cherished tradition for audiences of all ages.

Amahl and the Night Visitors + Four Lost Santas

Winchester Cultural Center

Featuring the full range of American choral music, we celebrate the music brought to our shores by Americans who arrived from all over the world. Our concert will celebrate that rich diversity with music by Americans from Europe, Asia, and Africa. Pieces range from the German-American composer Johann Friedrich Peter who worked in a Moravian Church around the time of the American Revolution, to the heritage of 19th and 20th century Jewish composers from Central Europe, to the evocative sounds of contemporary Korean-American composer Bora Yoon.

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American Voices: Barber, Hogan, Ives & Bora Yoon

Church of the Ascension

Experience the elegance and depth of chamber music at its finest with "Fauré's Piano Quintet" presented by the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center. This remarkable event is set to take place on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 7:30 pm in the prestigious Alice Tully Hall. The evening promises an unforgettable journey through the astounding variety of chamber music, culminating in the performance of Gabriel Fauré's Quintet No. 1 in D minor for Two Violins, Viola, Cello, and Piano, Op. 89, a masterpiece that has captivated audiences and critics alike with its rich melodies and emotional depth.

The program also features an array of classical compositions that showcase the breadth of chamber music, including works by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anton Arensky, Gian Carlo Menotti, and more. Each piece has been carefully selected to create a harmonious blend of styles and periods, ensuring a night of diverse and engaging performances.

The event will spotlight an ensemble of world-renowned musicians, including Anna Geniushene and Wu Qian on piano, Lun Li and Alexander Sitkovetsky on violin, Yura Lee on viola, and Nicholas Canellakis and Sterling Elliott on cello. These acclaimed artists bring their unique talents and interpretations to the stage, offering a fresh and dynamic perspective on the classical repertoire.

With a duration of 2 hours, including an intermission, attendees are invited to immerse themselves in the beauty and complexity of chamber music, experiencing the powerful performances and intimate setting that Alice Tully Hall is known for. This concert is a must-see for music lovers and those looking to explore the rich tapestry of chamber music compositions.

Tickets for "Fauré's Piano Quintet" are not yet on sale but be sure to mark your calendars and stay tuned for the opportunity to secure your seats at this exceptional musical gathering. Join us for an evening that celebrates the legacy and innovation of chamber music, brought to life by some of the most talented musicians of our time.

Fauré's Piano Quintet

Lincoln Center

### Event Description: The Medium by Gian Carlo Menotti

**Date and Time:**
- **Friday, January 17, 2025, at 7:30 PM**
- **Saturday, January 18, 2025, at 7:30 PM**

**Location:**
- Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

**Event Overview:**
Join the Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra for an intimate staging of Gian Carlo Menotti's haunting opera, *The Medium*. This captivating performance will feature the talented Anastasia Winterhalt in the lead role, bringing to life the eerie and emotional story of Madame Flora, a fraudulent medium who begins to experience real supernatural occurrences.

**Ticket Information:**
- Single tickets will be available for purchase starting August 1, 2024.
- Save your seats early to ensure you don't miss this mesmerizing performance.

**Additional Information:**
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**How to Save Your Seats:**
- Visit the Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra's website to secure your tickets.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience Menotti's *The Medium* in a setting that promises to be both haunting and unforgettable.

The Medium

Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra

A Concert for the New Year

Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center

Chelsea High School

Twelfth Baptist Church

CYSO ‘s Concert Orchestra and Philharmonic Orchestra present their Fall concert.

Concert Orchestra & Philharmonic Orchestra Fall Concert

Northwestern University

Celebrate the spooky season and opera for the American airwaves in this double bill production featuring Menotti’s The Old Maid & The Thief and The Medium. Our studio actors have a third story to tell as we see their private lives on full display in this fully staged production. Sung in English with English & Spanish supertitles.

The Menotti Radio Hour

OC Music & Dance

### Il Prigioniero & The Medium Opera Festival of Chicago

#### Event Overview
Join us for an unforgettable evening of opera at the Athenaeum Theater in Chicago, featuring a double-bill performance of Luigi Dallapiccola’s "Il Prigioniero" and Gian Carlo Menotti’s "The Medium." This event is part of the Opera Festival of Chicago's 2024 season.

#### Performance Details
- **Dates and Times:**
  - **Thursday, July 11, 2024, at 7:30 PM**
  - **Sunday, July 14, 2024, at 2:00 PM**
- **Venue:**
  - **Athenaeum Theater**
  - **2936 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60657**
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- **Tickets:**
  - **Price Range: $25 - $125**
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- **Running Time:**
  - **110 minutes** (including a 15-minute intermission between shows)

#### Operas

**Il Prigioniero**
- **Composer & Librettist:** Luigi Dallapiccola
- **Synopsis:** Set against the backdrop of the Spanish Inquisition, this opera tells the dark and intense story of a prisoner entangled in a web of religious and political intrigue.
- **Language:** Performed in Italian with English supertitles
- **Cast:**
  - **La Madre:** Viktoria Vizin
  - **Il Prigioniero:** Franco Pomponi
  - **Il Carceriere:** David Cangelosi
  - **1st Priest:** Reuben Lillie
  - **2nd Priest:** Jonathan Wilson
  - **Torturer:** Alex Iacobucci
  - **Off Stage Chorus:** Morgan Babbs, Marguerite Di Marco, Stephanie Gubin, Savannah Hegyi, Elise Hurwitz, Gisella Milla, Veronica Samiec, Vera Schmitz, Diana Stoic Richardson, Leah Rockweit, Pamela Spann, Hillary Watkins, Amanda Caban, Katrina Dubbs, Mallory Harding, Floriana Hecker, Lauryn Nelson, Carmen Vizin, Andew John Baker, Ryan Frenk, David Greene, Alex Iacobucci, Christopher Jackson, Dennis Kalup, Reuben Lillie, Aldo Alan Navarrete, Chris Filipowicz, SuYoung Lee, Aurelien Mangwa, Lyle Nicholson, Chimerie Obianom, Collin Stillday, Kevin Wheatle, Jonathan Wilson

**The Medium**
- **Composer & Librettist:** Gian Carlo Menotti
- **Synopsis:** Set in a mid-20th-century urban apartment, this opera revolves around Madame Flora, a fraudulent medium, and her daughter Monica.
- **Language:** Performed in Italian with English supertitles
- **Cast:**
  - **Madame Flora (Baba):** Viktoria Vizin
  - **Monica:** Laura McCauley
  - **Mrs. Nolan:** Lauryn Nelson
  - **Mrs. Gobineau:** Gisella Milla
  - **Mr. Gobineau:** Jonathan Wilson
  - **Toby:** Alex Iacobucci

#### Artistic Team
- **Conductor:** Emanuele Andrizzi
- **Director:** Harry Silverstein
- **Chorus Director:** Reid Taylor

#### Additional Information
- **COVID-19 Response:** Please refer to our [COVID-19 guidelines](#) for the latest safety measures.
- **Support:** Consider supporting the Opera Festival of Chicago by [donating](#).

For more information, visit our [website](#) or contact our [box office](#) for assistance. Don't miss this captivating evening of opera!

Il Prigioniero & The Medium

Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture

The New York Choral Society presents The Unicorn, a theatrical production of choral music featuring Choruses from The Lark by Leonard Bernstein and The Unicorn, The Gorgon, and The Manticore by Gian Carlo Menotti.

The Unicorn

NYU Skirball

Amelia wants to go to the ball and seemingly nothing will stop her. Even when her husband discovers that she has a lover and demands his name, she only agrees to give it to him if he will then go to the ball. After her husband confronts her lover, she demands that they go to the ball. When he refuses, she knocks him out by hitting him over the head with a vase. She then calls the police and blames the incident on a robber who is actually her lover. In the end, she finally attends the ball with her escort, the Chief of Police.

Amelia Goes to the Ball

Kansas State University

Bring the whole family to this timeless holiday favorite! Amahl and the Night Visitors tells the heartwarming story of a young boy, his mother, and their miraculous encounter with the Three Kings on their journey to deliver gifts to a newborn child. Filled with beautiful music and a message of generosity and faith, this one-act opera is a perfect way to celebrate the season.

Manship Theatre

The Medium explores psychological tension and supernatural intrigue, with the incomparable Denyce Graves starring and making her directorial debut.

Gian Carlo Menotti

Events

Upcoming events

Nov 30 - Dec 7, 2025

Amahl & the Night Visitors ·

19 - 21 Dec, 2025

Amahl & the Night Visitors · Opéra Louisiane

17 - 19 Apr, 2026

The Medium · Opera Carolina

Past events

Nov 30 - Dec 7, 2025

Amahl & the Night Visitors ·

21 - 22 Nov, 2025

Amahl and the Night Visitors + Four Lost Santas · Opera Las Vegas

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