Aging silent film director Don Pasquale pursues a young starlet of the talkies in a lively comedy reminiscent of the heyday of Italian films such as La Dolce Vita and Roman Holiday.  This production features an all-Canadian cast of superstars and Calgary favourites.  

Don Pasquale

Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium

Immerse yourself in the dramatic intensity of "Pagliacci," a seminal opera by Ruggero Leoncavallo, presented at the Wexford Festival Opera 2024. This semi-staged masterpiece, sung in Italian with English surtitles, captures the essence of theatrical illusion and reality through its prologue and two acts. First performed in Milan, Italy, in 1892, "Pagliacci" stands out for its sophisticated musical and dramatic exploration of the lives and emotions of its lowborn characters.

The opera unfolds a harrowing tale of love, betrayal, and revenge within a commedia dell’arte troupe. Central to the story are Canio and Nedda, a married couple entangled in a web of jealousy and secret affairs. As the plot thickens, the boundaries between performance and reality blur, leading to a tragic climax that leaves the audience questioning the nature of the spectacle they've witnessed.

This year's production features Samuel White as Canio, under the baton of conductor Emanuele Quaranta, with Stefania Panighini directing. Panighini, known for her work at the Wexford Festival Opera and other prestigious venues, brings a fresh perspective to this classic opera.

Performances are scheduled from October 24 to November 1, 2024, at the O'Reilly Theatre in the National Opera House, offering a range of dates and times to accommodate all schedules. Tickets are priced between €25 and €50, promising an accessible experience for all opera enthusiasts. With an approximate running time of 60 minutes, "Pagliacci" at the Wexford Festival Opera 2024 is an unmissable event that combines compelling storytelling with exceptional musical artistry.

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Pagliacci

National Opera House

Music by Ullmann in co-production with the Teatro dell'Opera Giocosa of Savona,the Conservatory “G. Puccini” of La Spezia and Opera for Peace

Stefania Panighini

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Past events

1 - 7 Feb, 2025

Don Pasquale · Calgary Opera

Oct 24 - Nov 1, 2024

Pagliacci · Wexford Festival Opera

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