### Event Description: Opera Holland Park: Double Bill with City of London Sinfonia

#### Event Overview
Opera Holland Park presents a captivating double bill featuring Wolf-Ferrari’s "Il segreto di Susanna" and Leoncavallo’s "Pagliacci." This unique pairing contrasts the elegant comedy of a honeymoon with the shocking tale of a double murder, both driven by themes of sexual jealousy.

#### Performances
- **Il segreto di Susanna**: A sophisticated comedy where Gil suspects his wife Susanna of infidelity due to the scent of a cigarette, only to discover her secret is not what it seems. This production is a revival of John Wilkie’s stylish 2019 staging, featuring Clare Presland, Richard Burkhard, and John Savournin.
- **Pagliacci**: A dramatic story where Canio, a clown, seeks revenge on his unfaithful wife Nedda and her lover, leading to a tragic conclusion. David Butt Philip makes his role debut as Canio, with Alison Langer as Nedda and Harry Thatcher as Silvio. This new production is directed by Martin Lloyd-Evans and conducted by Francesco Cilluffo.

#### Key Details
- **Dates**: July 17, 2024 - August 3, 2024
- **Location**: Opera Holland Park
- **Ticket Prices**: £24 - £175 (plus booking fee)

#### Performance Schedule
- **July 17, 7:30 PM**
- **July 20, 7:30 PM**
- **July 23, 7:30 PM**
- **July 25, 7:30 PM**
- **July 27, 7:30 PM**
- **July 30, 7:30 PM**
- **August 1, 7:30 PM**
- **August 3, 7:30 PM**

#### Additional Information
The City of London Sinfonia (CLS) will be performing, bringing their belief that music can transform lives through their engaging and dynamic performances.

#### Booking
Tickets are available for purchase on the Opera Holland Park website. Select your preferred date to secure your seats for this extraordinary operatic experience.

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Join us for an evening of contrasting emotions and exceptional performances at Opera Holland Park's Double Bill.

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### Event Description: Leoncavallo’s Pagliacci at Utah Opera

#### Overview
Experience the emotional depth and dramatic intensity of Leoncavallo’s *Pagliacci* at the Utah Opera. Set in Sicily, this tragic opera reveals the dark undercurrents beneath the seemingly lighthearted life of a touring comedy troupe. The story unfolds with love triangles, secret romances, and one of the most iconic and devastatingly emotional arias of all time, encapsulating the height of drama. The intense jealousy between troupe leader Canio and his wife, Nedda, highlights the fragile interplay of love, power, and trust, juxtaposing fanciful comedy shows with the deadly consequences of the real world.

#### Performance Details
- **Dates and Showtimes:**
  - Saturday, March 08, 2025, at 7:30 PM
  - Monday, March 10, 2025, at 7:00 PM
  - Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at 7:00 PM
  - Friday, March 14, 2025, at 7:30 PM
  - Sunday, March 16, 2025, at 2:00 PM

- **Venue:**
  - Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre
  - Address: 50 W 200 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA

#### Artistic Team
- **Conductor:** Joseph Colaneri
- **Stage Director:** Tara Faircloth
- **Children’s Chorus Director:** Melanie Malinka
- **Set Design:** Laura Fine-Hawkes
- **Performers:**
  - Jonathan Burton as Canio
  - Lydia Grindatto as Nedda
  - Darren Drone as Tonio
- **Featuring:** The Madeleine Choir School, Utah Opera Chorus, and Utah Symphony

#### Additional Information
- **Language:** Sung in Italian with English supertitles.
- **Ticket Sales:**
  - Season Ticket Packages: On Sale Now
  - Design-A-Series & Group Tickets: On Sale May 30, 2024
  - Single-Performance Tickets: On Sale August 1, 2024

#### Plan Your Visit
For more information on planning your visit, including seating charts, parking, directions, and accessibility, please visit the Utah Opera website.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of operatic drama and musical excellence with Leoncavallo’s *Pagliacci*. Secure your tickets now and be part of this extraordinary event.

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