Mezzo-soprano Ruby Dibble stars as “Elle” (“She”) in composer Francis Poulenc’s gripping, one-woman monodrama, La voix humaine. Adapted from Jean Cocteau’s iconic play, this intimate “musical confession” is a searing, psychological portrait of a woman slowly unraveling over the course of an anguished 45-minute phone call. Led by acclaimed visual artist and opera director Marcus Shields and featuring the piano accompaniment of master opera coach Lisa Keller, this devastating one-act opera will be presented in Curtis’s Black Box Theater.

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La Voix Humaine

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### Event Description: Le nozze di Figaro - Curtis Institute of Music

**Event Title:** Le nozze di Figaro

**Presented by:** Curtis Opera Theatre

**Date and Time:** February 27, 2025, at 7:00 p.m.

**Venue:** Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center

**Additional Performances:**
- February 28, 2025, at 7:00 p.m.
- March 1, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.
- March 2, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.

**Event Overview:**
Join the Curtis Opera Theatre for an enchanting performance of Mozart’s comic masterpiece, *Le nozze di Figaro* (The Marriage of Figaro). This timeless opera, with a libretto by Lorenzo Da Ponte, is a delightful blend of love, intrigue, and politics, set against the backdrop of Figaro and Susanna’s wedding day. The story unfolds over a whirlwind 24 hours filled with mishaps and mischief, as the quick-witted barber Figaro and his bride-to-be Susanna navigate the disruptions caused by the philandering Count Almaviva. Together with the Countess Rosina, they outsmart the Count, proving that true love conquers all.

**Performance Details:**
- **Music by:** Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
- **Libretto by:** Lorenzo Da Ponte
- **Language:** Performed in Italian with English supertitles

**Conductor:** Nicholas McGegan
Nicholas McGegan, renowned for his expertise in Baroque and Classical music, will conduct the performance. With a distinguished career spanning over three decades, McGegan has led numerous acclaimed performances and recordings, bringing a historically informed approach to both period and modern ensembles.

**Director:** Marcus Shields
Marcus Shields, an artist known for his innovative work in theater and new media, will direct the production, ensuring a visually and emotionally compelling experience.

**Ticket Information:**
Tickets are available for purchase, and subscriptions to the 2024-25 season are now open, offering the best seats at the best prices.

**Why Attend:**
Don’t miss this opportunity to experience one of opera’s most beloved works, brought to life by the talented artists of the Curtis Opera Theatre. Revel in the razor-sharp satire, delightful arias, and lively storytelling that make *Le nozze di Figaro* a timeless classic.

**Learn More and Purchase Tickets:**
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the Curtis Institute of Music’s website.

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